Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung EX2F

Below, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung EX2F, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the EX2F (12MP) is pretty close but the FP1 (1/2.3") and EX2F (1/1.7") enjoy different sensor measurements.

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The FP1 was announced 3 years earlier than the EX2F and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung EX2F being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a short summation of how the FP1 scores vs the EX2F for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Samsung EX2F. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Samsung EX2F Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FP1 comes with physical measurements 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 Samsung EX2F has specifications of 112mm x 62mm x 29mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 294 grams (0.65 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung EX2F in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the FP1 against the EX2F.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and EX2F is 95 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP1 and EX2F.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same megapixel count albeit different sensor measurements. The FP1 provides the smaller sensor which will make getting shallow DOF harder. The older FP1 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.