Panasonic FP5 vs Sony T99
95 Imaging
37 Features
33 Overall
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96 Imaging
37 Features
27 Overall
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Panasonic FP5 vs Sony T99 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Released January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-100mm (F3.5-4.6) lens
- 121g - 93 x 56 x 17mm
- Revealed July 2010
Panasonic FP5 vs Sony T99 Overview
Below, we are matching up the Panasonic FP5 vs Sony T99, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the T99 (14MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe FP5 was brought out 7 months later than the T99 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FP5 matches up vs the T99 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FP5 vs Sony T99 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Sony T99 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Sony T99
FP5 | T99 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | July 2010 | More recent by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Sony T99 over the Panasonic FP5
T99 | FP5 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FP5 and Sony T99
FP5 | T99 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display sizing | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Panasonic FP5 vs Sony T99 Physical Comparison
If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FP5 has outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony T99 has specifications of 93mm x 56mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FP5 vs Sony T99 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the FP5 compared to the T99.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and T99 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FP5 vs Sony T99 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor measurements just by viewing specs. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP5 and T99.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of images however you really should take the launch date of the cameras into account. The fresher FP5 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Panasonic FP5 vs Sony T99 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T99 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2011-01-05 | 2010-07-08 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine IV | Bionz |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-4.6 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | TFT Touch Screen LCD | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 2 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1250 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 4.60 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Red eye, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 141 gr (0.31 lbs) | 121 gr (0.27 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 93 x 56 x 17mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | - | NP-BN1 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, portrait1, portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/ SDHC/ SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $199 | $179 |