Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W350

Following is a thorough review of the Panasonic FP5 versus Sony W350, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the W350 (14MP) is very close and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was unveiled 13 months after the W350 making the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FP5 grades against the W350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you should factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FP5 provides outer measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony W350 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the FP5 vs the W350.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FP5 and W350 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Usually, it's hard to see the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The pic here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FP5 and W350.

Plainly, both of those cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs although you will need to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The more recent FP5 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.