Panasonic F5 vs Panasonic FP5

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic F5 and Panasonic FP5, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the F5 (14MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The F5 was revealed 2 years later than the FP5 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic F5 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick summation of how the F5 matches up against the FP5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic F5 Gallery & Panasonic FP5 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic F5 comes with exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) and the Panasonic FP5 has measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic F5 and Panasonic FP5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the F5 compared to the FP5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the F5 and FP5 is 96 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the F5 and FP5.

As you have seen, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the identical resolution so you can expect comparable quality of files although you should always factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern F5 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.