Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic FP2

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic FH25 versus Panasonic FP2, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH25 (16MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH25 was launched 13 months later than the FP2 which makes them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FH25 scores vs the FP2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FH25 has outer dimensions of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") along with a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) while the Panasonic FP2 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH25 versus Panasonic FP2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. Below is a front view scale comparison of the FH25 vs the FP2.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and FP2 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specs. The graphic below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH25 and FP2.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic FH25 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger FH25 provides an advantage in sensor innovation.