Nikon P610 vs Panasonic FP5

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon P610 and Panasonic FP5, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the P610 (16MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The P610 was introduced 4 years after the FP5 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon P610 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the P610 matches up against the FP5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Coolpix P610 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon P610 Gallery & Panasonic FP5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon P610 enjoys exterior dimensions of 125mm x 85mm x 107mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 4.2") having a weight of 565 grams (1.25 lbs) and the Panasonic FP5 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the P610 versus the FP5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the P610 and FP5 is 65 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is hard to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specs. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the P610 and FP5.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Nikon P610 to offer extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern P610 provides an advantage in sensor tech.