Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic GH2

In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic GH2, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and GH2 (16MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and GH2 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The FP1 was manufactured 14 months earlier than the GH2 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FP1 scores versus the GH2 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Panasonic GH2 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP1 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic GH2 has proportions of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the FP1 compared to the GH2.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and GH2 is 95 and 70 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The picture underneath should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP1 and GH2.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FP1 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GH2 will produce greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged FP1 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.