Panasonic FP5 vs Sony T900

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FP5 and Sony T900, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the T900 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was launched 23 months later than the T900 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FP5 matches up vs the T900 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T900. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Sony T900 Gallery.

In case you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FP5 offers external measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony T900 has specifications of 98mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.6") along with a weight of 143 grams (0.32 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP5 and Sony T900 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the FP5 and the T900.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FP5 and T900 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP5 and T900.

Plainly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FP5 to resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent FP5 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.