Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FS7

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic FS7, both Ultracompact digital cameras and they are both designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the FS7 (10MP) is very similar but the FP1 (1/2.3") and FS7 (1/2.5") have different sensor measurements.

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The FP1 was brought out 12 months after the FS7 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FP1 scores vs the FS7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS7. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Panasonic FS7 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP1 has got exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic FS7 has proportions of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") along with a weight of 139 grams (0.31 lbs).

See the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic FS7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the FP1 and the FS7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and FS7 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading specs. The image below may give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and FS7.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FP1 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic FP1 will offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The younger FP1 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.