Panasonic FP8 vs Sony TF1

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic FP8 vs Sony TF1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Waterproof by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the resolutions of the FP8 (12MP) and TF1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was revealed 4 years prior to the TF1 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony TF1 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise view of how the FP8 scores versus the TF1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Sony TF1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP8 enjoys exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony TF1 has proportions of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the FP8 and the TF1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FP8 and TF1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The pic below may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP8 and TF1.

To sum up, both cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Sony TF1 to give you greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged FP8 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.