Olympus FE-25 vs Panasonic FP1

The following is a comprehensive analysis of the Olympus FE-25 versus Panasonic FP1, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the FE-25 (10MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is pretty close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FE-25 was released 12 months prior to the FP1 which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a full comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FE-25 grades versus the FP1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus FE-25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The complete galleries are viewable at Olympus FE-25 Gallery & Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Olympus FE-25 comes with outside dimensions of 93mm x 62mm x 24mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs) while the Panasonic FP1 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus FE-25 versus Panasonic FP1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the FE-25 versus the FP1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FE-25 and FP1 is 98 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through specifications. The picture here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FE-25 and FP1.

To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic FP1 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged FE-25 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.