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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FP5

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
33
Overall
35

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FP5 Key Specs

Panasonic FP1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
  • Revealed January 2010
Panasonic FP5
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
  • Launched January 2011
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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FP5 Overview

Below, we are matching up the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic FP5, both Ultracompact cameras and they are both created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the FP5 (14MP) is very close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FP1 was announced 12 months earlier than the FP5 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FP1 matches up vs the FP5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Panasonic FP5

 FP1 FP5 

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Panasonic FP1

 FP5 FP1 
LaunchedJanuary 2011January 2010More modern by 12 months
Display dimension3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Touch friendly display Easily navigate

Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic FP5

 FP1 FP5 
Manual focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display resolution230k230kEqual display resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FP5 Physical Comparison

If you're going to carry around your camera, you have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP1 comes with exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP5 has dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic FP5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the FP1 against the FP5.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FP5 size comparison

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and FP5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FP5 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FP5 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes simply by looking through specs. The pic here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and FP5.

All in all, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FP5 to render greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FP1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FP5 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FP5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FP1 Portrait photography factors
Panasonic FP5 Portrait photography factors
21
no manual focus
manual mode not available
no external flash support
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
33
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
has face detect autofocus
no manual focus
manual exposure not available
external flash not possible
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FP1 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FP5 as a Street photography camera
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
heavier than average in class (151 grams)
63
image stabilization (Optical)
comes with focus by touch
no articulating screen
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FP1 Sports photography features
Panasonic FP5 Sports photography features
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
max frames per second low (6.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor resolution low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
43
image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
has tracking focus
better than average battery pack (260 per charge)
slow fps (6.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FP1 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FP5 as a Travel photography camera
50
has built in flash
missing Time Lapse mode
heavier than average in class (151g)
sensor resolution low (12MP)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
65
better than average battery pack (260 per charge)
comes with focus by touch
decent megapixels (14MP)
built-in flash
missing Timelapse function
screen isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FP1 Landscape photography info
Panasonic FP5 Landscape photography info
28
has image stabilization (Optical)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
manual mode not available
sensor resolution low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
has no RAW support
missing Time Lapse mode
40
decent sized screen (3 inch)
image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (14 megapixels)
better than average battery pack (260 shots)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
manual exposure not available
tiny sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
missing Timelapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FP1 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic FP5 as a Vlogging camera
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
doesn't offer selfie friendly screen
video quality not great (1280 x 720 pxls)
missing mic support
heavier than average in class (151g)
30
touch screen
image stabilization (Optical)
has face detect autofocus
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing microphone jack
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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FP5 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic FP5
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5
General Information
Company Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5
Class Ultracompact Ultracompact
Revealed 2010-01-06 2011-01-05
Body design Ultracompact Ultracompact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Venus Engine IV Venus Engine IV
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4000 x 3000 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Touch to focus
Continuous autofocus
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Autofocus multi area
Autofocus live view
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-140mm (4.0x) 35-140mm (4.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/3.5-5.9
Macro focus distance 10cm 10cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230 thousand dot 230 thousand dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Screen tech - TFT Touch Screen LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 60 seconds 60 seconds
Max shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 6.0 frames/s 6.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.90 m (Auto ISO) 4.90 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction
External flash
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Microphone input
Headphone input
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 151 grams (0.33 lb) 141 grams (0.31 lb)
Dimensions 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 260 photographs
Battery format - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse recording
Storage media SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Single Single
Launch cost $153 $199