Panasonic FP5 vs Sony WX150
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Panasonic FP5 vs Sony WX150 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed January 2011
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-250mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 133g - 95 x 56 x 22mm
- Released February 2012
Panasonic FP5 vs Sony WX150 Overview
The following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FP5 vs Sony WX150, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a substantial gap between the sensor resolutions of the FP5 (14MP) and WX150 (18MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FP5 was introduced 13 months before the WX150 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX150 being a Compact camera.
Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FP5 matches up vs the WX150 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FP5 vs Sony WX150 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Sony WX150 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Sony WX150
FP5 | WX150 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony WX150 over the Panasonic FP5
WX150 | FP5 | |||
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Released | February 2012 | January 2011 | Newer by 13 months | |
Screen resolution | 461k | 230k | Crisper screen (+231k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP5 and Sony WX150
FP5 | WX150 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen size | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Panasonic FP5 vs Sony WX150 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP5 enjoys external dimensions 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 WX150 has dimensions of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FP5 vs Sony WX150 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FP5 vs the WX150.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP5 and WX150 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FP5 vs Sony WX150 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is very hard to envision the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP5 and WX150.
Clearly, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Sony WX150 to deliver greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP5 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FP5 vs Sony WX150 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2011-01-05 | 2012-02-28 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | BIONZ |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 18MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 461 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen tech | TFT Touch Screen LCD | ClearPhoto TFT LCD display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 3.70 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1440 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 141 gr (0.31 lb) | 133 gr (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 95 x 56 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 photographs | 240 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-BN |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Storage slots | One | One |
Price at release | $199 | $300 |