Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic S1

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic S1, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is very well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was revealed 12 months before the S1 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FP1 scores versus the S1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Panasonic S1 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP1 provides external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic S1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FP1 compared to the S1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and S1 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor dimensions only by looking at technical specs. The image below should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP1 and S1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you should always take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FP1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.