Panasonic FP2 vs Sony HX90V

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FP2 versus Sony HX90V, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and HX90V (18MP) but they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was released 6 years prior to the HX90V which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FP2 grades against the HX90V for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 offers outer 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 HX90V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FP2 versus the HX90V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and HX90V is 95 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The image underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and HX90V.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony HX90V to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged FP2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.