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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T900

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
17
Overall
29
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 front
Portability
96
Imaging
35
Features
30
Overall
33

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T900 Key Specs

Panasonic FP2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
  • Revealed January 2010
Sony T900
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3.5" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
  • 143g - 98 x 58 x 16mm
  • Released February 2009
Photography Glossary

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T900 Overview

The following is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic FP2 versus Sony T900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the T900 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was manufactured 11 months after the T900 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FP2 scores versus the T900 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Sony T900

 FP2 T900 
ReleasedJanuary 2010February 2009Newer by 11 months

Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Panasonic FP2

 T900 FP2 
Manual focus Very accurate focusing
Screen dimensions3.5"2.7"Bigger screen (+0.8")
Screen resolution922k230kCrisper screen (+692k dot)
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Sony T900

 FP2 T900 
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T900 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 comes with exterior dimensions 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 T900 has sizing of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP2 versus Sony T900 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the FP2 versus the T900.

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T900 size comparison

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and T900 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T900 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T900 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions only by looking at specifications. The picture underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and T900.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FP2 to resolve greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher FP2 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T900 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T900 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T900 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FP2 as a Portrait photography camera
Sony T900 as a Portrait photography camera
28
resolution is good (14MP)
focusing manually not possible
manual exposure not possible
can't use external flash
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
27
focusing manually
no manual control
cannot use external flash
low megapixels (12MP)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Street photography factors
Sony T900 Street photography factors
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
heavier than others in class (151g)
57
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Sports photography info
Sony T900 Sports photography info
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
max frames per second low (5.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
24
image stabilization (Optical)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,000s)
max fps very slow (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Travel photography information
Sony T900 Travel photography information
56
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
flash built-in
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than others in class (151 grams)
does not have a selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
52
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse recording
low megapixels (12MP)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Landscape photography features
Sony T900 Landscape photography features
33
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
focusing manually not possible
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual exposure not possible
very small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
37
focusing manually
screen larger than average (3.5 inches)
image stabilization (Optical)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic FP2
Vlogging with Sony T900
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly display
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have external mic support
heavier than others in class (151g)
28
touch screen
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
does not have a selfie friendly screen
low video resolution (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have microphone support
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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T900 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FP2 and Sony T900
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Sony
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900
Type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-01-06 2009-02-17
Physical type Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Venus Engine IV -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 9 9
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-140mm (4.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/3.5-10.0
Macro focus range 10cm -
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inches 3.5 inches
Screen resolution 230k dots 922k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None None
Features
Min shutter speed 60 secs 2 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/1000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 5.0fps 2.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Custom WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 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
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported 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 file format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 151g (0.33 lb) 143g (0.32 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") 98 x 58 x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Launch cost $80 $300