Kodak M320 vs Panasonic FP2
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Kodak M320 vs Panasonic FP2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 9MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 640 x 480 video
- 34-102mm (F2.8-5.1) lens
- 155g - 97 x 60 x 21mm
- Revealed January 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Announced January 2010

Kodak M320 vs Panasonic FP2 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Kodak M320 and Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Kodak and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the M320 (9MP) and FP2 (14MP) and the M320 (1/2.5") and FP2 (1/2.3") offer different sensor dimensions.

The M320 was revealed 12 months before the FP2 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the M320 matches up against the FP2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Kodak M320 vs Panasonic FP2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Kodak EasyShare M320 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The full galleries are available at Kodak M320 Gallery and Panasonic FP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak M320 over the Panasonic FP2
M320 | FP2 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Kodak M320
FP2 | M320 | |||
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Announced | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Kodak M320 and Panasonic FP2
M320 | FP2 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Lack of manual focusing | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Screen size | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Same screen sizing |
Screen resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Kodak M320 vs Panasonic FP2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Kodak M320 has external measurements of 97mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP2 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak M320 and Panasonic FP2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the M320 against the FP2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the M320 and FP2 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Kodak M320 vs Panasonic FP2 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by checking out specs. The photograph here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the M320 and FP2.
All in all, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The M320 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic FP2 will show greater detail because of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older M320 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.

Kodak M320 vs Panasonic FP2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Kodak M320 vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare M320 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model type | Kodak EasyShare M320 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2009-01-08 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.5" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 5.744 x 4.308mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 24.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 9 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 3472 x 2604 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 25 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 34-102mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-5.1 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 6.3 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 4s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1400s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | - | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.00 m | 4.90 m |
Flash modes | Auto, Fill-in, Red-Eye reduction, Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155 gr (0.34 lbs) | 151 gr (0.33 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 97 x 60 x 21mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery ID | KLIC-7001 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $39 | $80 |