Panasonic FP5 vs Sony TF1

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic FP5 vs Sony TF1, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Waterproof by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was released 3 years prior to the TF1 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short view of how the FP5 scores vs the TF1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP5 features external dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony TF1 has dimensions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") along with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FP5 and the TF1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and TF1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by checking specifications. The visual below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP5 and TF1.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different MP. You can anticipate the Sony TF1 to give more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older FP5 is going to be behind in sensor technology.