Panasonic FP2 vs Sony HX9V

Below is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic FP2 versus Sony HX9V, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the HX9V (16MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was introduced 18 months earlier than the HX9V making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX9V being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FP2 grades vs the HX9V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX9V. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Sony HX9V Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FP2 has got outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony HX9V has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 34mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP2 versus Sony HX9V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FP2 and the HX9V.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and HX9V is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements purely by checking out specifications. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and HX9V.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX9V to show more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older FP2 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.