Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS15
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36 Features
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95 Imaging
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS15 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
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Raise to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS15 Overview
Here, we are looking at the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FP2 was brought out 12 months after the FS15 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FP2 grades against the FS15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS15 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Panasonic FS15
FP2 | FS15 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | January 2009 | Newer by 12 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Panasonic FP2
FS15 | FP2 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic FS15
FP2 | FS15 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" | Same display measurements | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Equal display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS15 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 enjoys 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) whilst the Panasonic FS15 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") with a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic FS15 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the FP2 and the FS15.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and FS15 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS15 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and FS15.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FP2 to offer you extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images way more aggressively. The younger FP2 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 |
Type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2009-01-16 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | 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 surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 29-145mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 2.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off |
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) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic 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 | 151 gr (0.33 lbs) | 136 gr (0.30 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" 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/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $80 | $180 |