Panasonic FP7 vs Sony WX10

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP7 versus Sony WX10, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the WX10 (16MP) is very similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was manufactured very close to the WX10 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX10 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a complete comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the FP7 scores against the WX10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX10. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Sony WX10 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FP7 enjoys exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony WX10 has specifications of 95mm x 54mm x 23mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 161 grams (0.35 lbs).

See the Panasonic FP7 versus Sony WX10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FP7 vs the WX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP7 and WX10 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP7 and WX10.

As you have seen, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos however you have to factor the production date of the products into consideration.