Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic GX1

On this page, we will be matching up the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic GX1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are designed by Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The FP1 was released 3 years before the GX1 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FP1 scores vs the GX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. 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) and the Panasonic GX1 has sizing of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FP1 versus the GX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and GX1 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The picture underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and GX1.

All in all, each of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FP1 due to its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF more difficult and the Panasonic GX1 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged FP1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.