Panasonic FP5 vs Sony WX9

Below is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic FP5 and Sony WX9, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the WX9 (16MP) is very well matched and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was introduced at a similar time to the WX9 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the FP5 scores vs the WX9 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX9. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Sony WX9 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP5 has physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Sony WX9 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP5 and Sony WX9 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the FP5 vs the WX9.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and WX9 is 95 and 99 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading through specifications. The visual below will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP5 and WX9.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Sony WX9 to resolve extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively.