Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W550

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FP5 and Sony W550, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was announced 6 months before the W550 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going right into a thorough comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FP5 grades versus the W550 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and volume. 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) while the Sony W550 has sizing of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP5 and Sony W550 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FP5 compared to the W550.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and W550 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, its hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP5 and W550.

As you can see, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of files but you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration.