Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung NX200

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FP1 versus Samsung NX200, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap between the image resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and NX200 (20MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and NX200 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP1 was introduced 3 years earlier than the NX200 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX200 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FP1 grades against the NX200 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Samsung NX200. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Samsung NX200 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP1 has got exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung NX200 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 36mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 223 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the FP1 and the NX200.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and NX200 is 95 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and NX200.

Clearly, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FP1 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF tougher and the Samsung NX200 will deliver greater detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older FP1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.