Panasonic FP2 vs Sony RX1R

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FP2 vs Sony RX1R, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and RX1R (24MP) and the FP2 (1/2.3") and RX1R (Full frame) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The FP2 was unveiled 4 years before the RX1R and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX1R being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FP2 grades against the RX1R in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX1R. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Sony RX1R Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FP2 offers external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony RX1R has specifications of 113mm x 65mm x 70mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 482 grams (1.06 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP2 vs Sony RX1R in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FP2 vs the RX1R.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and RX1R is 95 and 79 respectively.

Usually, its tough to envision the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and RX1R.

As you can see, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FP2 with its tinier sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony RX1R will offer you greater detail having an extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos more aggressively. The older FP2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.