Panasonic FP5 vs Sony W650

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FP5 and Sony W650, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the W650 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was brought out 12 months earlier than the W650 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W650 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FP5 matches up against the W650 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W650. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Sony W650 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FP5 provides exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Sony W650 has specifications of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 124 grams (0.27 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FP5 vs the W650.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and W650 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The pic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP5 and W650.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Sony W650 to result in greater detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP5 will be behind in sensor technology.