Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic G10
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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic G10 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
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 388g - 124 x 90 x 74mm
- Revealed August 2010

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic G10 Overview
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.

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.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic G10 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Panasonic G10
FP1 | G10 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic G10 over the Panasonic FP1
G10 | FP1 | |||
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Revealed | August 2010 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 7 months |
Manually focus | ![]() | More exact focus | ||
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic G10
FP1 | G10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Neither comes with Touch screen |
Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic G10 Physical Comparison
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).
See the Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic G10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic G10 Sensor Comparison
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.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic G10 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic G10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2010-08-09 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.52x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) | 11.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 lb) | 388 grams (0.86 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 124 x 90 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 411 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 380 shots |
Battery style | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at release | $153 | $550 |