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Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W570

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 front
 
Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 front
Portability
96
Imaging
39
Features
25
Overall
33

Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W570 Key Specs

Panasonic FP5
(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
  • Launched January 2011
Sony W570
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 3200
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
  • 116g - 91 x 52 x 19mm
  • Announced January 2011
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Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W570 Overview

On this page, we are analyzing the Panasonic FP5 versus Sony W570, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the W570 (16MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was brought out about the same time to the W570 so they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FP5 grades against the W570 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Sony W570

 FP5 W570 
Display dimensions3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Sony W570 over the Panasonic FP5

 W570 FP5 

Common features in the Panasonic FP5 and Sony W570

 FP5 W570 
AnnouncedJanuary 2011January 2011Similar generation
Manually focus No manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kExact same display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W570 Physical Comparison

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP5 features physical 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 W570 has dimensions of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FP5 versus Sony W570 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FP5 versus the W570.

Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W570 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP5 and W570 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W570 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W570 Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading through technical specs. The picture here should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FP5 and W570.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony W570 to resolve greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively.

Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W570 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W570 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W570 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic FP5
Portrait photography with Sony W570
33
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has face detection focus
lack of manual focus
no manual control
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
30
decent MP (16MP)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FP5 Street photography highlights
Sony W570 Street photography highlights
63
built in image stabilization (Optical)
provides touch focus
no articulating screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
58
built in image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FP5 as a Sports photography camera
Sony W570 as a Sports photography camera
43
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
has tracking autofocus
better than average battery power (260 shots)
very slow continuous shooting (6.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
36
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16MP)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic FP5
Travel photography with Sony W570
65
better than average battery power (260 shots)
provides touch focus
MP count decent (14MP)
flash built-in
doesn't have Timelapse function
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
66
decent MP (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
lack of Time Lapse function
does not feature selfie friendly screen
slow max aperture (f2.6)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FP5 Landscape photography advice
Sony W570 Landscape photography advice
40
decent sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
MP count decent (14 megapixels)
better than average battery power (260 per charge)
lack of manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
doesn't have Timelapse function
38
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (16 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
lack of Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FP5 Vlogging information
Sony W570 Vlogging information
30
touchscreen functionality
built in image stabilization (Optical)
has face detection focus
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
doesn't have external microphone socket
29
pretty wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
slow max aperture (f2.6)
does not feature selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
lack of external mic port
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Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W570 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FP5 and Sony W570
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Sony
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Launched 2011-01-05 2011-01-06
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Chip Venus Engine IV BIONZ
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 16MP
Anti aliasing 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
Min native ISO 100 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
AF continuous
AF single
AF tracking
Selective AF
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detection AF
Contract detection AF
Phase detection AF
Number of focus points 11 9
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-140mm (4.0x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Largest aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/2.6-6.3
Macro focus range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.8
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen size 3" 2.7"
Screen resolution 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen technology TFT Touch Screen LCD Clear Photo LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60 secs 2 secs
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/1600 secs
Continuous shutter speed 6.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual exposure
Set WB
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.90 m 3.70 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync
External flash
AE bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Mic 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 proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 141 grams (0.31 lb) 116 grams (0.26 lb)
Physical dimensions 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") 91 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 260 shots -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Battery model - NP-BN1
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo
Storage slots One One
Launch price $199 $159