Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP5
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Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/3" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1000
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-87mm (F3.0-4.8) lens
- 99g - 86 x 53 x 18mm
- Introduced January 2011
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Revealed January 2011
Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP5 Overview
Here, we are comparing the Kodak Mini and Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Kodak and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Mini (10MP) and FP5 (14MP) and the Mini (1/3") and FP5 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Mini was brought out within a month of the FP5 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short summation of how the Mini matches up versus the FP5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Kodak EasyShare Mini & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The entire galleries are viewable at Kodak Mini Gallery & Panasonic FP5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Kodak Mini over the Panasonic FP5
Mini | FP5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Kodak Mini
FP5 | Mini | |||
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Display size | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Kodak Mini and Panasonic FP5
Mini | FP5 | |||
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Revealed | January 2011 | January 2011 | Same age | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP5 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Kodak Mini offers outer measurements of 86mm x 53mm x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 99 grams (0.22 lbs) while the Panasonic FP5 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Contrast the Kodak Mini and Panasonic FP5 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 attached during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Mini versus the FP5.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Mini and FP5 is 97 and 95 respectively.
Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP5 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The pic here might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Mini and FP5.
Plainly, the two cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Mini due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FP5 will provide extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively.
Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
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Kodak Mini vs Panasonic FP5 Specifications
Kodak EasyShare Mini | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Kodak | Panasonic |
Model | Kodak EasyShare Mini | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2011-01-04 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 4.8 x 3.6mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 17.3mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 10 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 3640 x 2736 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 1000 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | - | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 29-87mm (3.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.0-4.8 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 7.5 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.5 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT color LCD | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1400 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | - | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 3.50 m | 4.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 640x480 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 99 grams (0.22 pounds) | 141 grams (0.31 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 86 x 53 x 18mm (3.4" x 2.1" x 0.7") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 260 images |
Battery form | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | KLIC-7006 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $100 | $199 |