Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic FP1

Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic FH1 versus Panasonic FP1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was released around the same time to the FP1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FH1 matches up against the FP1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH1 has got physical measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Panasonic FP1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH1 versus Panasonic FP1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the FH1 compared to the FP1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FH1 and FP1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing merely by checking specs. The photograph below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH1 and FP1.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you should factor the release date of the products into consideration.