Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic FP1

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic FP1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are created by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and FP1 (12MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and FP1 (1/2.3") offer different sensor sizes.

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The S5 was revealed 10 years later than the FP1 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the S5 scores versus the FP1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic S5 Gallery & Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic S5 enjoys outer dimensions of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") having a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) and the Panasonic FP1 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the S5 and the FP1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the S5 and FP1 is 60 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the S5 and FP1.

As you can see, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The S5 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic S5 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The more modern S5 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.