Panasonic FP1 vs Samsung SL720

The following is a detailed review of the Panasonic FP1 versus Samsung SL720, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the SL720 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was manufactured 6 months after the SL720 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FP1 grades vs the SL720 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Samsung SL720. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Samsung SL720 Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP1 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung SL720 has proportions of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") and a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FP1 and the SL720.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP1 and SL720 is 95 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and SL720.

Plainly, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same megapixels so you can expect similar quality of pictures however you need to take the age of the products into consideration.