Panasonic FP8 vs Sony A99

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Panasonic FP8 and Sony A99, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the FP8 (12MP) and A99 (24MP) and the FP8 (1/2.3") and A99 (Full frame) possess different sensor sizes.

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The FP8 was unveiled 4 years before the A99 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A99 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FP8 matches up vs the A99 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Sony SLT-A99. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Sony A99 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP8 features external measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Sony A99 has sizing of 147mm x 111mm x 78mm (5.8" x 4.4" x 3.1") accompanied by a weight of 812 grams (1.79 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP8 and Sony A99 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the FP8 vs the A99.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FP8 and A99 is 95 and 57 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FP8 and A99.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FP8 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A99 will resolve greater detail having an extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older FP8 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.