Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic G6

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic G6, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the sensor resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and G6 (16MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and G6 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The FP1 was unveiled 4 years before the G6 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FP1 scores versus the G6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP1 comes with outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic G6 has sizing of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic G6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the FP1 versus the G6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and G6 is 95 and 74 respectively.

Usually, its hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing just by reading through a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP1 and G6.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FP1 with its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic G6 will give greater detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The older FP1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.