Panasonic FP8 vs Sony W610

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FP8 and Sony W610, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the W610 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they feature the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the W610 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W610 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FP8 scores against the W610 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W610. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Sony W610 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP8 features 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) whilst the Sony W610 has measurements of 93mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.0" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 113 grams (0.25 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP8 and Sony W610 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the FP8 compared to the W610.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FP8 and W610 is 95 and 97 respectively.

Often, it is hard to see the gap between sensor dimensions simply by checking specifications. The image here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP8 and W610.

To sum up, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony W610 to give extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged FP8 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.