Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FZ28

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FZ28, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was brought out 12 months after the FZ28 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a short overview of how the FP2 grades against the FZ28 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP2 has 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) while the Panasonic FZ28 has measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") along with a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the FP2 versus the FZ28.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and FZ28 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the difference between sensor dimensions just by going over specifications. The image underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and FZ28.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic FP2 to offer you extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more recent FP2 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.