Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic GF5

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic GF5, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the GF5 (12MP) is pretty close but the FP1 (1/2.3") and GF5 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor measurements.

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The FP1 was brought out 3 years prior to the GF5 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FP1 scores versus the GF5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP1 has physical 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 GF5 has measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic GF5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FP1 vs the GF5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and GF5 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes only by viewing a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and GF5.

Clearly, each of these cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit different sensor sizes. The FP1 contains the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallow depth of field trickier. The more aged FP1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.