Panasonic FP5 vs Sony TX55
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Panasonic FP5 vs Sony TX55 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 26-130mm (F3.5-4.8) lens
- 109g - 93 x 54 x 13mm
- Announced July 2011
Panasonic FP5 vs Sony TX55 Overview
Its time to look closer at the Panasonic FP5 vs Sony TX55, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the TX55 (16MP) is fairly close and they feature the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FP5 was revealed 6 months before the TX55 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FP5 matches up vs the TX55 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FP5 vs Sony TX55 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Sony TX55 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Sony TX55
FP5 | TX55 |
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Reasons to pick Sony TX55 over the Panasonic FP5
TX55 | FP5 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focus | |||
Display dimension | 3.3" | 3" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1230k | 230k | Clearer display (+1000k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP5 and Sony TX55
FP5 | TX55 | |||
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Announced | January 2011 | July 2011 | Same generation | |
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Panasonic FP5 vs Sony TX55 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP5 enjoys outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony TX55 has proportions of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") along with a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).
Contrast the Panasonic FP5 vs Sony TX55 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the FP5 vs the TX55.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FP5 and TX55 is 95 and 97 respectively.
Panasonic FP5 vs Sony TX55 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is very hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching specifications. The pic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP5 and TX55.
To sum up, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony TX55 to result in extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively.
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Panasonic FP5 vs Sony TX55 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX55 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-01-05 | 2011-07-24 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.5-4.8 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3.3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 1,230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT Touch Screen LCD | XtraFine OLED display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB 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) | 1920 x 1080 (60fps), 1440 x 1080 (30fps), 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 141 gr (0.31 lbs) | 109 gr (0.24 lbs) |
Dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 93 x 54 x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 260 images | 250 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/SDHC, Memory Stick Micro |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $199 | $350 |