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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZR1

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
13
Overall
26
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1 front
Portability
94
Imaging
35
Features
17
Overall
27

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZR1 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
  • Introduced January 2010
Panasonic ZR1
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 158g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Launched July 2009
  • Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-ZX1
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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZR1 Overview

Below is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic ZR1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the ZR1 (12MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras provide the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was revealed 6 months later than the ZR1 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZR1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the FP1 scores versus the ZR1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Panasonic ZR1

 FP1 ZR1 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR1 over the Panasonic FP1

 ZR1 FP1 

Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic ZR1

 FP1 ZR1 
LaunchedJanuary 2010July 2009Similar generation
Manually focus Lack of manual focusing
Screen typeFixed Fixed Fixed screen
Screen dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal screen dimensions
Screen resolution230k230kThe same screen resolution
Selfie screen Lack of selfie screen
Touch friendly screen Neither has Touch friendly screen

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZR1 Physical Comparison

When you are aiming to lug around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP1 has external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR1 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 158 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FP1 versus the ZR1.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZR1 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and ZR1 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZR1 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZR1 Sensor Comparison

In many cases, it is tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at a spec sheet. The visual underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP1 and ZR1.

Clearly, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of images although you should always consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZR1 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZR1 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic FP1
Portrait photography with Panasonic ZR1
21
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
21
manual focus not available
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FP1 Street photography info
Panasonic ZR1 Street photography info
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen does not articulate
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
heavier than others (151g)
56
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FP1 Sports photography information
Panasonic ZR1 Sports photography information
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (6.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect autofocus
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FP1 as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic ZR1 as a Travel photography camera
50
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse function
heavier than others (151g)
low MP (12MP)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
57
has built in flash
reasonably wide (25mm)
no Time Lapse mode
low resolution sensor (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FP1 Landscape photography features
Panasonic ZR1 Landscape photography features
28
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is small (2.7 inch)
no manual control
low MP (12MP)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse function
32
reasonably wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
manual focus not available
cannot swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
low resolution sensor (12 megapixels)
sensor is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW support
no Time Lapse mode
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FP1 as a Vlogging camera
Panasonic ZR1 as a Vlogging camera
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not good (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't contain selfie friendly display
video res low (1280 x 720 resolution)
doesn't have mic jack
heavier than others (151g)
28
reasonably wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
no external mic support
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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZR1 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic ZR1
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
General Information
Make Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR1
Alternate name - Lumix DMC-ZX1
Category Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-01-06 2009-07-27
Physical type Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Powered by Venus Engine IV Venus Engine V
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixel 12 megapixel
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 4000 x 3000 4000 x 3000
Highest native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW support
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Number of focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-140mm (4.0x) 25-200mm (8.0x)
Max aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focus distance 10cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Type of screen Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 2.7" 2.7"
Resolution of screen 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch capability
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Min shutter speed 60 secs 60 secs
Max shutter speed 1/1600 secs 1/2000 secs
Continuous shutter rate 6.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Set white balance
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash range 4.90 m (Auto ISO) 5.10 m
Flash options Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
White balance bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic 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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 151g (0.33 lb) 158g (0.35 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
DXO scores
DXO Overall 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
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC card, Internal
Card slots 1 1
Cost at release $153 $280