Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W310

Here is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FP5 versus Sony W310, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the W310 (12MP) is very close and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was announced 13 months later than the W310 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going straight into a full comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FP5 scores vs the W310 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP5 enjoys outside dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Sony W310 has dimensions of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the FP5 and the W310.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FP5 and W310 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FP5 and W310.

Clearly, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic FP5 to provide you with extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent FP5 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.