Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FZ40
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FZ40 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
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-600mm (F2.8-5.2) lens
- 494g - 120 x 80 x 92mm
- Revealed July 2010
- Additionally Known as Lumix DMC-FZ45

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FZ40 Overview
Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FZ40, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is fairly close and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FP2 was unveiled 6 months prior to the FZ40 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a quick view of how the FP2 scores versus the FZ40 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FZ40 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Panasonic FZ40
FP2 | FZ40 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ40 over the Panasonic FP2
FZ40 | FP2 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display dimension | 3" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic FZ40
FP2 | FZ40 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | ![]() | July 2010 | Same generation |
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | Same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Missing selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Missing Touch display |
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FZ40 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 comes with external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ40 has sizing of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") and a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FZ40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the FP2 versus the FZ40.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and FZ40 is 95 and 68 respectively.

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FZ40 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, its hard to see the difference in sensor measurements merely by looking through specifications. The visual here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FP2 and FZ40.
Plainly, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same MP therefore you should expect comparable quality of photos although you really should take the release date of the cameras into account.

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FZ40 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic FZ40 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ45 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2010-07-21 |
Body design | Ultracompact | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine IV | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 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 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-600mm (24.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-5.2 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 1cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 9.50 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151g (0.33 pounds) | 494g (1.09 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 120 x 80 x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") |
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 | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 pictures)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $80 | $420 |