Panasonic FP8 vs Sony TX1

The following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic FP8 vs Sony TX1, both Ultracompact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the TX1 (10MP) is fairly similar but the FP8 (1/2.3") and TX1 (1/2.4") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FP8 was introduced about the same time to the TX1 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a short summation of how the FP8 grades vs the TX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Sony TX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP8 enjoys physical 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 TX1 has proportions of 94mm x 58mm x 17mm (3.7" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the FP8 against the TX1.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FP8 and TX1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The image here will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FP8 and TX1.

All in all, both of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FP8 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic FP8 will offer extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively.