Panasonic FP5 vs Sony WX10

Here is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FP5 vs Sony WX10, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was released very close to the WX10 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FP5 scores against the WX10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP5 has outer measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony WX10 has measurements of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP5 vs Sony WX10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the FP5 against the WX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP5 and WX10 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FP5 and WX10.

As you can see, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Sony WX10 to give you greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos somewhat more aggressively.