Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
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Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Key Specs
(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
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 4.8" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 23-483mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 283g - 133 x 71 x 19mm
- Released January 2014

Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Overview
Its time to look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FP1 was manufactured 5 years prior to the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.
Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the FP1 scores against the Galaxy Camera 2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
FP1 | Galaxy Camera 2 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 over the Panasonic FP1
Galaxy Camera 2 | FP1 | |||
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Released | January 2014 | ![]() | January 2010 | Fresher by 48 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | Dial exact focusing | ||
Display sizing | 4.8" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+2.1") |
Display resolution | 1037k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+807k dot) |
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2
FP1 | Galaxy Camera 2 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Physical Comparison
When you are going to carry your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP1 enjoys 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) while the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has dimensions of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FP1 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and Galaxy Camera 2.
Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to result in more detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images far more aggressively. The older FP1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.

Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2014-01-02 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | 1.6GHz Quad-Core Exynos |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 23-483mm (21.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 10cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 2.7 inches | 4.8 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | HD Super Clear Touch Display |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 16 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 6.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) | 3.80 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, auto w/redeye reduction, fill-in, slow sync, flash off, redeye fix |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | BuiltIn |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 gr (0.33 lb) | 283 gr (0.62 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 133 x 71 x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") |
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 | - | 400 pictures |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | Built-in |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2, 5, or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | microSD/microSDHC/microSDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $153 | $400 |