Panasonic FP8 vs Sony TX100V

Following is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic FP8 vs Sony TX100V, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the FP8 (12MP) and TX100V (16MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was released 17 months before the TX100V which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the FP8 matches up versus the TX100V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Sony TX100V Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FP8 features outer dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony TX100V has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FP8 vs the TX100V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FP8 and TX100V is 95 and 95 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading through technical specs. The pic underneath might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP8 and TX100V.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Sony TX100V to give you extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged FP8 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.