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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX80

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
17
Overall
28
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80 front
Portability
96
Imaging
40
Features
38
Overall
39

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX80 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 WX80
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 100 - 3200 (Raise to 12800)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • 28-224mm (F3.3-8.0) lens
  • 124g - 92 x 52 x 22mm
  • Released January 2013
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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX80 Overview

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX80, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the WX80 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was released 4 years earlier than the WX80 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX80 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FP2 matches up against the WX80 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Sony WX80

 FP2 WX80 

Reasons to pick Sony WX80 over the Panasonic FP2

 WX80 FP2 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2010Newer by 36 months

Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Sony WX80

 FP2 WX80 
Focus manually Lack of manual focus
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen sizing
Screen resolution230k230kExact same screen resolution
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Lack of Touch friendly screen

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX80 Physical Comparison

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony WX80 has proportions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") having a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the FP2 versus the WX80.

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX80 size comparison

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and WX80 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX80 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX80 Sensor Comparison

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions just by looking through a spec sheet. The image below will help give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and WX80.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Sony WX80 to result in greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged FP2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX80 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX80 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX80 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic FP2
Portrait photography with Sony WX80
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sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
lack of manual focus
no manual exposure
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
35
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
comes with face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Street photography advice
Sony WX80 Street photography advice
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
heavier than average (151 grams)
67
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides focus by touch
lighter than competition in class (124g)
screen does not articulate
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Sports photography details
Sony WX80 Sports photography details
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
max fps low (5.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect auto focus
45
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16 megapixels)
comes with tracking focus
no shutter priority
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic FP2
Travel photography with Sony WX80
56
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
has built in flash
lack of Time Lapse recording
heavier than average (151g)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
71
lighter than competition in class (124 grams)
provides focus by touch
megapixel count good (16MP)
has built in flash
quite wide (28mm)
missing Time Lapse mode
display is not selfie friendly
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Landscape photography details
Sony WX80 Landscape photography details
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has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual exposure
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
lack of Time Lapse recording
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quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (16MP)
lack of manual focus
can't switch lens (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Vlogging factors
Sony WX80 Vlogging factors
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't feature selfie friendly screen
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
lack of external mic port
heavier than average (151 grams)
35
quite wide (28mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
comes with face detect focusing
video resolution high (1920 x 1080 pxls)
lighter than competition in class (124g)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
display is not selfie friendly
missing mic port
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Panasonic FP2 vs Sony WX80 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FP2 and Sony WX80
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80
General Information
Brand Panasonic Sony
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX80
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Announced 2010-01-06 2013-01-08
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine IV BIONZ
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
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 16 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3 and 16:9
Max resolution 4320 x 3240 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 3200
Max enhanced ISO - 12800
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW support
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 9 -
Cross type focus points - -
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-140mm (4.0x) 28-224mm (8.0x)
Maximal aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/3.3-8.0
Macro focusing range 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.8
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of display 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Display technology - TFT LCD display
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 60s 4s
Max shutter speed 1/1600s 1/1600s
Continuous shutter speed 5.0 frames/s 10.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Set WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.90 m 4.20 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync, Advanced Flash
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
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 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 ( 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1920x1080
Video format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD
Mic jack
Headphone jack
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
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 lbs) 124g (0.27 lbs)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") 92 x 52 x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 life - 240 photographs
Battery form - Battery Pack
Battery ID - NP-BN
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots Single Single
Cost at release $80 $276