Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FP1

Below is a detailed overview of the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic FP1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact and they are both designed by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and FP1 (12MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and FP1 (1/2.3") feature different sensor size.

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The G9 was announced 7 years later than the FP1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the G9 matches up against the FP1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic G9 has outer dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) while the Panasonic FP1 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic FP1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the G9 compared to the FP1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and FP1 is 62 and 95 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by reading specifications. The visual underneath will provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 and FP1.

Plainly, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G9 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic G9 will deliver greater detail with its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs a little more aggressively. The younger G9 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.