Panasonic FP8 vs Sony TX10

Here is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FP8 versus Sony TX10, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the FP8 (12MP) and TX10 (16MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was launched 3 years earlier than the TX10 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the FP8 scores against the TX10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Sony TX10 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP8 offers outer 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) whilst the Sony TX10 has dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") and a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP8 versus Sony TX10 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FP8 against the TX10.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP8 and TX10 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by checking specifications. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FP8 and TX10.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Sony TX10 to resolve more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older FP8 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.