Panasonic FP7 vs Sony WX5

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FP7 and Sony WX5, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and WX5 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was revealed 7 months later than the WX5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FP7 matches up vs the WX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Sony WX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP7 features outer 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) and the Sony WX5 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") with a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FP7 and Sony WX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising during that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the FP7 against the WX5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and WX5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing technical specs. The visual below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP7 and WX5.

As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FP7 to result in extra detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer FP7 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.