Panasonic FP5 vs Sony WX220

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic FP5 versus Sony WX220, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference between the image resolutions of the FP5 (14MP) and WX220 (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was introduced 4 years before the WX220 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the FP5 scores vs the WX220 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX220. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Sony WX220 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP5 enjoys 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 WX220 has dimensions of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP5 versus Sony WX220 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Below is the front view sizing comparison of the FP5 compared to the WX220.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and WX220 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements just by reading specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FP5 and WX220.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony WX220 to offer you more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos much more aggressively. The older FP5 is going to be behind in sensor tech.