Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T900
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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T900 Key Specs
(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
(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
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").
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe 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.
Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T900 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Sony T900
FP2 | T900 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | February 2009 | Newer by 11 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T900 over the Panasonic FP2
T900 | FP2 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focusing | |||
Screen dimensions | 3.5" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") | |
Screen resolution | 922k | 230k | Crisper screen (+692k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Sony T900
FP2 | T900 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | 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.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.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and T900 is 95 and 96 respectively.
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 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony T900 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900 | |
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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 |