Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FX580

Here is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FP2 versus Panasonic FX580, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is relatively similar and they feature the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was announced 12 months later than the FX580 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FP2 grades vs the FX580 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic FX580 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP2 enjoys physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX580 has measurements of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FP2 versus Panasonic FX580 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FP2 versus the FX580.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and FX580 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing purely by going over specs. The graphic below should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and FX580.

All in all, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FP2 to offer more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The younger FP2 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.