Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic FP5

Here is a in-depth review of the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic FP5, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was brought out 2 years later than the FP5 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH10 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FH10 scores vs the FP5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Panasonic FP5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH10 has got outside dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst 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).

Check the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic FP5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FH10 against the FP5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FH10 and FP5 is 97 and 95 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH10 and FP5.

As you can see, each of these cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic FH10 to provide more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern FH10 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.