Panasonic FP8 vs Sony A200

In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic FP8 vs Sony A200, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the A200 (10MP) is pretty comparable but the FP8 (1/2.3") and A200 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The FP8 was brought out 13 months later than the A200 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A200 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before going straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the FP8 grades versus the A200 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Sony Alpha DSLR-A200. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Sony A200 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP8 enjoys outside dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony A200 has measurements of 131mm x 99mm x 71mm (5.2" x 3.9" x 2.8") along with a weight of 572 grams (1.26 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP8 vs Sony A200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the FP8 vs the A200.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP8 and A200 is 95 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it's tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through technical specs. The graphic below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP8 and A200.

As you can tell, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FP8 featuring a smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic FP8 will provide greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer FP8 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.