Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic G95

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic G95, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a substantial gap among the resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and G95 (20.3MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and G95 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The FP1 was released 10 years earlier than the G95 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G95 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the FP1 matches up versus the G95 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Panasonic G95 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP1 enjoys 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) while the Panasonic G95 has dimensions of 130mm x 94mm x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") with a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic G95 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FP1 and the G95.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and G95 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The image here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and G95.

Plainly, each of the cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FP1 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh tougher and the Panasonic G95 will result in extra detail as a result of its extra 8.3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged FP1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.