Panasonic FP8 vs Sony T90
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96 Imaging
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Panasonic FP8 vs Sony T90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
- Revealed July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 148g - 94 x 57 x 15mm
- Launched February 2009

Panasonic FP8 vs Sony T90 Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FP8 and Sony T90, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the T90 (12MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

The FP8 was manufactured 6 months later than the T90 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the FP8 matches up versus the T90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FP8 vs Sony T90 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Sony T90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Sony T90
FP8 | T90 |
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Reasons to pick Sony T90 over the Panasonic FP8
T90 | FP8 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FP8 and Sony T90
FP8 | T90 | |||
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Launched | July 2009 | ![]() | February 2009 | Similar generation |
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Panasonic FP8 vs Sony T90 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP8 enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony T90 has sizing of 94mm x 57mm x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FP8 and Sony T90 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FP8 vs the T90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP8 and T90 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Panasonic FP8 vs Sony T90 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to see the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP8 and T90.
Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of files however you may want to factor the production date of the products into consideration.

Panasonic FP8 vs Sony T90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP8 vs Sony T90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-T90 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-07-27 | 2009-02-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine V | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 1s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shooting rate | 2.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m | 2.90 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps) 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151g (0.33 lb) | 148g (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 94 x 57 x 15mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch pricing | $300 | $259 |