Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic FP1

Here, we will be contrasting the Olympus 8000 vs Panasonic FP1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by companies Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 8000 (12MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The 8000 was launched 6 months prior to the FP1 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus 8000 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the 8000 grades against the FP1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus Tough 8000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The complete galleries are available at Olympus 8000 Gallery & Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and size. The Olympus 8000 offers outside measurements of 95mm x 62mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 182 grams (0.40 lbs) while the Panasonic FP1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the 8000 against the FP1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the 8000 and FP1 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing merely by reviewing specs. The photograph below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the 8000 and FP1.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you can expect similar quality of files though you have to consider the launch date of the products into consideration.