Panasonic FP8 vs Sony TX66

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP8 and Sony TX66, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the FP8 (12MP) and TX66 (18MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was introduced 3 years prior to the TX66 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FP8 matches up against the TX66 for 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-TX66. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Sony TX66 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP8 comes with external dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony TX66 has sizing of 93mm x 54mm x 13mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.5") and a weight of 109 grams (0.24 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP8 and Sony TX66 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FP8 against the TX66.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP8 and TX66 is 95 and 97 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor dimensions purely by going through specifications. The picture here may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP8 and TX66.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You can anticipate the Sony TX66 to show more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images more aggressively. The more aged FP8 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.