Panasonic FP5 vs Sony H55

Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic FP5 and Sony H55, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the H55 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was announced 7 months later than the H55 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony H55 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the FP5 matches up versus the H55 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H55. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Sony H55 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP5 enjoys physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony H55 has dimensions of 103mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP5 and Sony H55 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the FP5 compared to the H55.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP5 and H55 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The photograph below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP5 and H55.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution and you should expect comparable quality of pictures but you have to consider the production date of the cameras into account. The newer FP5 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.