Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FP2

In this article, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic FP2, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is relatively close and they feature the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was launched very close to the FP2 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FP1 scores vs the FP2 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP1 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic FP2 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic FP2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the FP1 and the FP2.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and FP2 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The photograph here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and FP2.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FP2 to render more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively.