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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic TS25

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25 front
Portability
95
Imaging
40
Features
28
Overall
35

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic TS25 Key Specs

Panasonic FP1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
  • Launched January 2010
Panasonic TS25
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
  • 144g - 104 x 58 x 20mm
  • Released January 2013
  • Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FT25
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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic TS25 Overview

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic TS25, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof and both are produced by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and TS25 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was revealed 4 years prior to the TS25 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS25 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the FP1 scores against the TS25 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Panasonic TS25

 FP1 TS25 

Reasons to pick Panasonic TS25 over the Panasonic FP1

 TS25 FP1 
ReleasedJanuary 2013January 2010Fresher by 36 months

Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic TS25

 FP1 TS25 
Manually focus No manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display sizing2.7"2.7"Equivalent display sizing
Display resolution230k230kIdentical display resolution
Selfie screen Absent selfie screen
Touch display Absent Touch display

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic TS25 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FP1 has physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic TS25 has specifications of 104mm x 58mm x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 144 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the FP1 versus the TS25.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic TS25 size comparison

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and TS25 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic TS25 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic TS25 Sensor Comparison

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The photograph below might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and TS25.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic TS25 to give extra detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older FP1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic TS25 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic TS25 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FP1 as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic TS25 as a Portrait photography camera
21
focusing manually not possible
no manual mode
can't use external flash
low resolution (12MP)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
30
decent sensor resolution (16 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual mode
no external flash support
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FP1 Street photography features
Panasonic TS25 Street photography features
55
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
heavier than competitors (151 grams)
67
built in image stabilization (Optical)
environment proof
lighter than competition in class (144g)
fixed screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FP1 Sports photography info
Panasonic TS25 Sports photography info
25
image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (6.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no phase detect autofocus
42
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
features tracking autofocus
environment proof
max shutter speed is low (1/1,300s)
very slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FP1 Travel photography details
Panasonic TS25 Travel photography details
50
built-in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse function
heavier than competitors (151g)
low resolution (12 megapixels)
display is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
71
lighter than competition in class (144g)
environment proof
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
flash built-in
rather wide (25mm)
does not have Timelapse mode
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FP1 Landscape photography information
Panasonic TS25 Landscape photography information
28
image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inch)
no manual mode
low resolution (12 megapixels)
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
has no RAW files
doesn't have Time Lapse function
42
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent sensor resolution (16MP)
environment proof
no manual focus
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
tiny screen (2.7")
no manual mode
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic FP1
Vlogging with Panasonic TS25
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
somewhat slow max aperture (f3.5)
display is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic jack
heavier than competitors (151g)
31
rather wide (25mm)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
lighter than competition in class (144 grams)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.9)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have external microphone support
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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic TS25 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic TS25
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS25
Also called - Lumix DMC-FT25
Type Ultracompact Waterproof
Launched 2010-01-06 2013-01-07
Physical type Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Chip Venus Engine IV -
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12MP 16MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Full resolution 4000 x 3000 4608 x 3456
Max native ISO 6400 6400
Min native ISO 80 100
RAW data
Autofocusing
Focus manually
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 23
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-140mm (4.0x) 25-100mm (4.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/3.9-5.7
Macro focus range 10cm 5cm
Focal length multiplier 5.9 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Screen resolution 230 thousand dots 230 thousand dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch functionality
Screen tech - TFT LCD
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60 seconds 8 seconds
Maximum shutter speed 1/1600 seconds 1/1300 seconds
Continuous shooting rate 6.0fps 1.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 4.90 m (Auto ISO) 4.40 m
Flash settings Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
AEB
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Max video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4
Microphone support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 151 gr (0.33 pounds) 144 gr (0.32 pounds)
Dimensions 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") 104 x 58 x 20mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Battery life - 250 photos
Form of battery - Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots 1 1
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