Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic G10

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic G10, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the G10 (12MP) is relatively close but the FP1 (1/2.3") and G10 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

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The FP1 was unveiled 7 months prior to the G10 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FP1 scores versus the G10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Panasonic G10 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FP1 comes with outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic G10 has specifications of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FP1 compared to the G10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and G10 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and G10.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit different sensor sizing. The FP1 offers the smaller sensor which will make getting bokeh harder. The older FP1 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.