Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FX78

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic FX78, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was announced 12 months earlier than the FX78 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FP1 grades versus the FX78 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP1 offers external dimensions 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 FX78 has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic FX78 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FP1 vs the FX78.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and FX78 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Generally, its hard to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by going through specifications. The picture here may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and FX78.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you can expect comparable quality of images but you should always factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more aged FP1 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.