Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic LX10

Here is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic LX10, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are sold by Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and LX10 (20MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and LX10 (1") use different sensor size.

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The FP1 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the LX10 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LX10 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the FP1 matches up against the LX10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Panasonic LX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP1 provides physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic LX10 has dimensions of 106mm x 60mm x 42mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.7") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic LX10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the FP1 compared to the LX10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and LX10 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specifications. The graphic here may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP1 and LX10.

Plainly, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FP1 having a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic LX10 will provide greater detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The older FP1 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.