Panasonic FP5 vs Sony TX10

The following is a in-depth review of the Panasonic FP5 vs Sony TX10, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the TX10 (16MP) is pretty close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was manufactured 7 months earlier than the TX10 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FP5 matches up versus the TX10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Sony TX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP5 offers physical 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) whilst the Sony TX10 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP5 vs Sony TX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FP5 compared to the TX10.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and TX10 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing a spec sheet. The pic below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP5 and TX10.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony TX10 to provide you with greater detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FP5 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.