Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic FP5

Let's look closer at the Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic FP5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH1 was launched 12 months earlier than the FP5 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief view of how the FH1 grades against the FP5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Panasonic FP5 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH1 comes with external measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP5 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic FP5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the FH1 compared to the FP5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and FP5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, its hard to picture the difference between sensor sizing only by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH1 and FP5.

As you have seen, each of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FP5 to resolve extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older FH1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.