Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic FP2

In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic FP2, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are designed by Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and FP2 (14MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and FP2 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The S5 was brought out 10 years after the FP2 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the S5 matches up vs the FP2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic S5 Gallery & Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic S5 has got physical measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") and a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) while the Panasonic FP2 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic FP2 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the S5 versus the FP2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the S5 and FP2 is 60 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the S5 and FP2.

As you can see, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The S5 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S5 will provide you with extra detail having its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger S5 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.