Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FS42

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FS42, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the FS42 (10MP) is pretty similar but the FP1 (1/2.3") and FS42 (1/2.5") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP1 was manufactured 9 months later than the FS42 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FP1 scores against the FS42 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Panasonic FS42 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP1 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic FS42 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the FP1 vs the FS42.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and FS42 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The graphic below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and FS42.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FP1 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic FP1 will deliver more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher FP1 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.