Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8
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![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP2/Panasonic-FP2-front.jpg)
![Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 front Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP8/Panasonic-FP8-front.jpg)
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
- Released July 2009
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8 Overview
Below, we are comparing the Panasonic FP2 versus Panasonic FP8, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the FP8 (12MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
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The FP2 was announced 6 months later than the FP8 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short summary of how the FP2 grades versus the FP8 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Panasonic FP8
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Panasonic FP2
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Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic FP8
FP2 | FP8 | |||
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Released | January 2010 | ![]() | July 2009 | Similar generation |
Focus manually | ![]() | No manual focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display dimension | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Identical display sizing |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lack of selfie screen | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Neither includes Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FP2 features outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic FP8 has specifications of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FP2 versus Panasonic FP8 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FP2 vs the FP8.
![Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8 size comparison Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP8-size-comparison.jpg)
Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and FP8 is 95 and 95 respectively.
![Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8 top view buttons comparison Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP8-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specs. The photograph here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and FP8.
All in all, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FP2 to give you extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics much more aggressively.
![Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8 sensor size comparison Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP8-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP2-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-FP8-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FP8 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2009-07-27 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Venus Engine IV | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 2.7 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | 5.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151g (0.33 pounds) | 151g (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail cost | $80 | $300 |