Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic SZ8

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic SZ8, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and SZ8 (16MP) but they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was manufactured 5 years earlier than the SZ8 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic SZ8 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FP1 scores versus the SZ8 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ8. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Panasonic SZ8 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FP1 provides outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ8 has specifications of 100mm x 60mm x 27mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic SZ8 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FP1 vs the SZ8.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and SZ8 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Often, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by seeing technical specs. The visual here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and SZ8.

As you can tell, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic SZ8 to produce greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older FP1 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.