Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic G7

On this page, we will be looking at the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic G7, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the G7 (16MP) is pretty close but the FP2 (1/2.3") and G7 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor size.

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The FP2 was launched 6 years prior to the G7 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the FP2 matches up vs the G7 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic G7 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP2 enjoys outer 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) and the Panasonic G7 has dimensions of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic G7 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FP2 vs the G7.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and G7 is 95 and 71 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to picture the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and G7.

To sum up, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FP2 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic G7 will result in extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged FP2 will be behind in sensor technology.