Panasonic FP2 vs Sony A55

Below is a comprehensive analysis of the Panasonic FP2 and Sony A55, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the A55 (16MP) is fairly close but the FP2 (1/2.3") and A55 (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The FP2 was announced 7 months prior to the A55 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A55 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FP2 matches up vs the A55 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Sony SLT-A55. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Sony A55 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 enjoys outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony A55 has proportions of 124mm x 92mm x 85mm (4.9" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP2 and Sony A55 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the FP2 versus the A55.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and A55 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and A55.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FP2 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A55 will render greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos much more aggressively. The older FP2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.