Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung NX2000

Following is a comprehensive comparison of the Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung NX2000, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a big difference between the sensor resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and NX2000 (20MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and NX2000 (APS-C) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The FP1 was brought out 4 years earlier than the NX2000 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX2000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FP1 scores versus the NX2000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Samsung NX2000. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Samsung NX2000 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP1 offers outside 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 NX2000 has sizing of 119mm x 65mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.4") and a weight of 228 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung NX2000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the FP1 against the NX2000.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and NX2000 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and NX2000.

As you have seen, each of the cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FP1 due to its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Samsung NX2000 will give you greater detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FP1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.