Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FX90
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FX90 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
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced August 2011

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
Following is a thorough overview of the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FX90, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the FX90 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

The FP2 was announced 19 months earlier than the FX90 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FX90 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FP2 grades against the FX90 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Panasonic FX90
FP2 | FX90 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Panasonic FP2
FX90 | FP2 | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | ![]() | January 2010 | More modern by 19 months |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Screen resolution | 460k | ![]() | 230k | Crisper screen (+230k dot) |
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic FX90
FP2 | FX90 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Screen type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | No selfie screen |
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 comes with external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic FX90 has sizing of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FX90 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FP2 and the FX90.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and FX90 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specs. The image below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and FX90.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FP2 to result in extra detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged FP2 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FX90 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2011-08-26 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
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 area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 5.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 pounds) | 149 grams (0.33 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 200 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at launch | $80 | $227 |