Panasonic FP5 vs Sony A200

In this article, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FP5 versus Sony A200, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the FP5 (14MP) and A200 (10MP) and the FP5 (1/2.3") and A200 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The FP5 was introduced 2 years later than the A200 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FP5 grades against the A200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP5 features outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony A200 has dimensions of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FP5 versus Sony A200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the FP5 and the A200.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and A200 is 95 and 66 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The visual underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FP5 and A200.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FP5 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic FP5 will result in more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher FP5 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.