Panasonic FP7 vs Sony WX1

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP7 vs Sony WX1, both Ultracompact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a significant difference among the sensor resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and WX1 (10MP) and the FP7 (1/2.3") and WX1 (1/2.4") have totally different sensor sizing.

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The FP7 was unveiled 18 months later than the WX1 making them a generation apart from each other. The two cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FP7 scores vs the WX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX1. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Sony WX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FP7 enjoys physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony WX1 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the FP7 and the WX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FP7 and WX1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP7 and WX1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FP7 with its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FP7 will provide you with greater detail having an extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more modern FP7 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.