Panasonic FP5 vs Sony RX100 IV

The following is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic FP5 versus Sony RX100 IV, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the FP5 (14MP) and RX100 IV (20MP) and the FP5 (1/2.3") and RX100 IV (1") posses different sensor sizes.

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The FP5 was introduced 5 years prior to the RX100 IV which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX100 IV being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the FP5 grades against the RX100 IV with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 IV. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Sony RX100 IV Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP5 provides exterior measurements 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 RX100 IV has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") and a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP5 versus Sony RX100 IV in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the FP5 and the RX100 IV.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and RX100 IV is 95 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The pic below might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FP5 and RX100 IV.

All in all, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FP5 having a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Sony RX100 IV will offer you extra detail using its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP5 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.