Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ28
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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ28 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 27-486mm (F2.8-4.4) lens
- 417g - 118 x 75 x 89mm
- Launched January 2009

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ28 Overview
Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic FZ28, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the FZ28 (10MP) is very comparable and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

The FP1 was revealed 12 months later than the FZ28 and they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the FP1 grades against the FZ28 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ28 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Panasonic FZ28
FP1 | FZ28 | |||
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Launched | January 2010 | ![]() | January 2009 | More recent by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ28 over the Panasonic FP1
FZ28 | FP1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focus |
Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic FZ28
FP1 | FZ28 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display dimensions |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ28 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP1 comes with outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ28 has sizing of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic FZ28 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the FP1 vs the FZ28.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and FZ28 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ28 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through a spec sheet. The visual below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP1 and FZ28.
Clearly, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic FP1 to produce greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger FP1 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ28 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ28 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2009-01-15 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 | 10 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 27-486mm (18.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-4.4 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 6.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) | 8.50 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
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, 848 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240 @ 30fps, 320 x 240 @ 10fps |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 gr (0.33 lbs) | 417 gr (0.92 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 118 x 75 x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 27 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 17.9 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 79 |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $153 | $599 |