Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX10
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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX10 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-168mm (F2.4-5.9) lens
- 161g - 95 x 54 x 23mm
- Launched January 2011

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX10 Overview
Following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic FP2 versus Sony WX10, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FP2 was brought out 12 months earlier than the WX10 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera.
Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FP2 matches up versus the WX10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX10 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Sony WX10
FP2 | WX10 |
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Reasons to pick Sony WX10 over the Panasonic FP2
WX10 | FP2 | |||
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Launched | January 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 12 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More precise focusing | ||
Display dimension | 2.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.1") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Sony WX10
FP2 | WX10 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Lacking Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX10 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 has got outer 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) whilst the Sony WX10 has sizing of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FP2 versus Sony WX10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the FP2 against the WX10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and WX10 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX10 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FP2 and WX10.
As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should expect to see the Sony WX10 to resolve greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FP2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine IV | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 24-168mm (7.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.4-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inch | 2.8 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD Plus |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 7.10 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
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 | 151 grams (0.33 lb) | 161 grams (0.35 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 95 x 54 x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 | ||
Battery ID | - | NP-BG1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $80 | $200 |