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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS15

Portability
95
Imaging
36
Features
17
Overall
28
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 front
Portability
95
Imaging
34
Features
17
Overall
27

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS15 Key Specs

Panasonic FP2
(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
Panasonic FS15
(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
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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").

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The 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.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Panasonic FS15

 FP2 FS15 
IntroducedJanuary 2010January 2009Newer by 12 months

Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Panasonic FP2

 FS15 FP2 

Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic FS15

 FP2 FS15 
Manually focus Lack of manual focus
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size2.7"2.7"Same display measurements
Display resolution230k230kEqual 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. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

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.

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS15 size comparison

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and FS15 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS15 top view buttons comparison

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.

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS15 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS15 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Portrait photography details
Panasonic FS15 Portrait photography details
28
sensor resolution is decent (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
lack of manual mode
can't use external flash
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
20
focusing manually not possible
no manual control
no external flash support
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Street photography features
Panasonic FS15 Street photography features
55
has image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
heavier than competition in class (151 grams)
56
built in image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
Photography Glossary

Sports Comparison

Panasonic FP2 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FS15 as a Sports photography camera
34
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
slow continuous shooting (5.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect autofocus
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority mode
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Travel photography with Panasonic FP2
Travel photography with Panasonic FS15
56
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
flash built-in
doesn't have Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (151g)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
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built-in flash
no Time Lapse function
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Landscape photography info
Panasonic FS15 Landscape photography info
32
has image stabilization (Optical)
sensor resolution is decent (14MP)
manual focus not available
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
lack of manual mode
sensor is small (1/2.3")
does not have RAW format
doesn't have Time Lapse function
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built in image stabilization (Optical)
focusing manually not possible
cannot change lenses (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7 inches)
no manual control
megapixel count low (12MP)
sensor is tiny (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
no Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Vlogging info
Panasonic FS15 Vlogging info
25
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish max aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic support
heavier than competition in class (151g)
25
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (29mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
low quality video (640 x 480 pixels)
no external mic support
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FS15 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic FS15
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15
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