Panasonic FP5 vs Sony TX100V

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FP5 and Sony TX100V, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was released within a month of the TX100V and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FP5 matches up vs the TX100V when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP5 has outer measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony TX100V has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP5 and Sony TX100V in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FP5 against the TX100V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FP5 and TX100V is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by looking at a spec sheet. The visual below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP5 and TX100V.

As you can see, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony TX100V to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively.