Panasonic FP2 vs Sony HX5

In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic FP2 versus Sony HX5, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the FP2 (1/2.3") and HX5 (1/2.4") use totally different sensor size.

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The FP2 was unveiled 5 months before the HX5 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FP2 matches up versus the HX5 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Sony HX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FP2 enjoys physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony HX5 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FP2 compared to the HX5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and HX5 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes merely by researching a spec sheet. The image below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FP2 and HX5.

Clearly, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FP2 with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic FP2 will result in more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures a little more aggressively.