Panasonic FP8 vs Sony RX100 VA

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FP8 vs Sony RX100 VA, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the FP8 (12MP) and RX100 VA (20MP) and the FP8 (1/2.3") and RX100 VA (1") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP8 was manufactured 10 years before the RX100 VA and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX100 VA being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FP8 matches up versus the RX100 VA in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX100 V(A). The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Sony RX100 VA Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FP8 comes with outer 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 RX100 VA has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 41mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.6") having a weight of 299 grams (0.66 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FP8 vs Sony RX100 VA in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FP8 and the RX100 VA.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP8 and RX100 VA is 95 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing purely by checking out specs. The graphic below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP8 and RX100 VA.

All in all, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FP8 because of its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony RX100 VA will produce extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos way more aggressively. The older FP8 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.