Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ70
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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ70 Key Specs
(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
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200 (Bump to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 606g - 130 x 97 x 118mm
- Released July 2013

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ70 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic FZ70, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and FZ70 (16MP) but both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FP1 was revealed 4 years before the FZ70 which is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ70 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the FP1 scores vs the FZ70 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ70 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Panasonic FZ70 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Panasonic FZ70
FP1 | FZ70 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ70 over the Panasonic FP1
FZ70 | FP1 | |||
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Released | July 2013 | ![]() | January 2010 | Newer by 42 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Dial accurate focus | ||
Display size | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Display resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic FZ70
FP1 | FZ70 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ70 Physical Comparison
For those who are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FP1 provides exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ70 has specifications of 130mm x 97mm x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic FZ70 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the FP1 compared to the FZ70.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and FZ70 is 95 and 63 respectively.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ70 Sensor Comparison
Often, it is very hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The picture below may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP1 and FZ70.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can anticipate the Panasonic FZ70 to show greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP1 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ70 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic FZ70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ70 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2013-07-18 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 20-1200mm (60.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 10cm | 1cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Screen LCD Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 9.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) | 13.50 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (50i/60i, 25p/30p), 1280 x 720p (50p/60p or 25p/30p), 640 x 480 (25p/30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 gr (0.33 pounds) | 606 gr (1.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 130 x 97 x 118mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 4.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 41 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 19.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.8 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 171 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 400 images |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $153 | $300 |