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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T90

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
17
Overall
29
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
26
Overall
31

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T90 Key Specs

Panasonic FP2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2010
Sony T90
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
  • Introduced February 2009
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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T90 Overview

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic FP2 versus Sony T90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the T90 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was introduced 11 months after the T90 and they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the FP2 scores vs the T90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Sony T90

 FP2 T90 
IntroducedJanuary 2010February 2009Newer by 11 months

Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Panasonic FP2

 T90 FP2 
Manually focus Dial exact focus
Screen dimensions3"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.3")
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Sony T90

 FP2 T90 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither provides selfie screen

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP2 provides physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony T90 has measurements of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP2 versus Sony T90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the FP2 against the T90.

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T90 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and T90 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T90 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specs. The image underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FP2 and T90.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FP2 to give more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more recent FP2 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T90 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T90 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FP2 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony T90 as a Portrait photography camera
28
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual exposure
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
27
focusing manually
lack of manual exposure
can't use external flash
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
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Street Comparison

Street photography with Panasonic FP2
Street photography with Sony T90
55
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
more heavy than others (151g)
55
image stabilization (Optical)
no articulating screen
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
heavier than average in class (148 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FP2 as a Sports photography camera
Sony T90 as a Sports photography camera
35
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
max frames per second very slow (5.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no phase detect auto focus
25
image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second very slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
MP count low (12 megapixels)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FP2 as a Travel photography camera
Sony T90 as a Travel photography camera
56
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse function
more heavy than others (151 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
51
has built in flash
no Time Lapse function
heavier than average in class (148g)
MP count low (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Landscape photography highlights
Sony T90 Landscape photography highlights
33
image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
can't change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual exposure
small sensor size (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
does not have Timelapse function
37
focusing manually
pretty good screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
lack of manual exposure
MP count low (12MP)
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW format
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Vlogging highlights
Sony T90 Vlogging highlights
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external microphone port
more heavy than others (151g)
27
touchscreen functionality
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
low quality video (1280 x 720 pixels)
no mic jack
heavier than average in class (148 grams)
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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T90 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FP2 and Sony T90
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
General Information
Brand Panasonic Sony
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Announced 2010-01-06 2009-02-17
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Venus Engine IV -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
Continuous AF
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
AF multi area
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens support fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-140mm (4.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focusing distance 10cm -
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Range of display Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display size 2.7 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 seconds 1 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shooting speed 5.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash distance 4.90 m 2.90 m (Auto ISO)
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 151g (0.33 pounds) 148g (0.33 pounds)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6")
DXO scores
DXO All around rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Storage slots One One
Retail price $80 $259