Panasonic FP8 vs Sony HX90V

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FP8 versus Sony HX90V, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the FP8 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) but they use the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was manufactured 6 years prior to the HX90V which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FP8 scores against the HX90V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP8 offers exterior measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony HX90V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") and a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

See the Panasonic FP8 versus Sony HX90V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FP8 and the HX90V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP8 and HX90V is 95 and 91 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by checking a spec sheet. The picture here will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP8 and HX90V.

As you can see, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony HX90V to give you extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The more aged FP8 is going to be behind in sensor tech.