Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP2

Below is a extended overview of the Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Kodak and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Mini (10MP) and FP2 (14MP) and the Mini (1/3") and FP2 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Mini was unveiled 13 months later than the FP2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Mini scores against the FP2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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In case you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Kodak Mini features outer dimensions of 86mm x 53mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 99 grams (0.22 lbs) and the Panasonic FP2 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Mini compared to the FP2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Mini and FP2 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor measurements simply by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will help give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Mini and FP2.

As you can see, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Mini using its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic FP2 will produce greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent Mini will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.