Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS12
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS12 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 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)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 31-124mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 129g - 97 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched April 2009
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Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic FP2 versus Panasonic FS12, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the FS12 (12MP) is pretty similar and both cameras provide the same sensor size (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FP2 was unveiled 9 months later than the FS12 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the FP2 grades against the FS12 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Panasonic FS12
| FP2 | FS12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launched | January 2010 |  | April 2009 | Fresher by 9 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS12 over the Panasonic FP2
| FS12 | FP2 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic FS12
| FP2 | FS12 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manual focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Screen dimensions | 2.7" |  | 2.7" | Equal screen size |
| Screen resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Same screen resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither provides selfie screen | ||
| Touch screen |  | No Touch screen |
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS12 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP2 provides physical dimensions 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 FS12 has measurements of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).
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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the FP2 vs the FS12.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and FS12 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS12 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and FS12.
To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FP2 to deliver extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The more recent FP2 should have an edge in sensor technology.
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS12 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2009-04-17 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
| Sensor 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 |
| Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW pictures | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Single autofocus | ||
| Tracking autofocus | ||
| Autofocus selectice | ||
| Autofocus center weighted | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Live view autofocus | ||
| Face detection focus | ||
| Contract detection focus | ||
| Phase detection focus | ||
| Number of focus points | 9 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 31-124mm (4.0x) |
| Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
| Macro focus range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen size | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch function | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
| Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 2.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Set white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash range | 4.90 m | 6.30 m |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| AEB | ||
| White balance bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment seal | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 151 grams (0.33 lb) | 129 grams (0.28 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 97 x 55 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
| 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 feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Cost at launch | $80 | $228 |