Panasonic FP2 vs Sony QX100

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FP2 vs Sony QX100, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Lens-style by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and QX100 (20MP) and the FP2 (1/2.3") and QX100 (1") boast different sensor size.

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The FP2 was manufactured 4 years prior to the QX100 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FP2 grades vs the QX100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Sony QX100 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FP2 has external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony QX100 has specifications of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP2 vs Sony QX100 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the FP2 vs the QX100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and QX100 is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes only by looking through a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP2 and QX100.

Clearly, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FP2 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony QX100 will provide you with more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged FP2 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.