Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic G5

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FP2 versus Panasonic G5, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the G5 (16MP) is pretty close but the FP2 (1/2.3") and G5 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The FP2 was brought out 3 years prior to the G5 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the FP2 matches up versus the G5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Panasonic G5 Gallery.

If you are intending to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 offers exterior dimensions 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 G5 has proportions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP2 versus Panasonic G5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FP2 versus the G5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and G5 is 95 and 74 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by researching a spec sheet. The image here might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and G5.

Clearly, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FP2 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic G5 will result in more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged FP2 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.