Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung NX210
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Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung NX210 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
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 20MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Samsung NX Mount
- 222g - 117 x 63 x 37mm
- Introduced August 2012
- Replaced the Samsung NX200
- Refreshed by Samsung NX300

Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung NX210 Overview
Lets look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FP1 and Samsung NX210, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and NX210 (20MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and NX210 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizing.

The FP1 was revealed 3 years prior to the NX210 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX210 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FP1 scores vs the NX210 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung NX210 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Samsung NX210. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Samsung NX210 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Samsung NX210
FP1 | NX210 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung NX210 over the Panasonic FP1
NX210 | FP1 | |||
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Introduced | August 2012 | ![]() | January 2010 | More recent by 31 months |
Manual focus | ![]() | Very accurate focus | ||
Screen dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 614k | ![]() | 230k | Sharper screen (+384k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Samsung NX210
FP1 | NX210 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | No Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung NX210 Physical Comparison
If you are going to lug around your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP1 has got 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) while the Samsung NX210 has proportions of 117mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FP1 and Samsung NX210 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FP1 and the NX210.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and NX210 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung NX210 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out specs. The graphic underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FP1 and NX210.
All in all, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FP1 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Samsung NX210 will show more detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older FP1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.

Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung NX210 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung NX210 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Samsung NX210 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Samsung NX210 |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2012-08-14 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 5472 x 3648 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 15 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | Samsung NX |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | - |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Amount of lenses | - | 32 |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 614 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Screen technology | - | Active Matrix OLED screen |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Fill-in, 1st/2nd Curtain, Smart Flash, Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/180 secs |
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) | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1920 x 810 (24 fps) 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video 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 | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151g (0.33 pounds) | 222g (0.49 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 117 x 63 x 37mm (4.6" x 2.5" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 71 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 719 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 330 shots |
Battery format | - | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BC1030 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec to 30 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch cost | $153 | $625 |