Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic GF5

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic GF5, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the GF5 (12MP) is fairly close but the FP2 (1/2.3") and GF5 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The FP2 was announced 3 years earlier than the GF5 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FP2 matches up vs the GF5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic GF5 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP2 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic GF5 has measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic GF5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the FP2 and the GF5.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and GF5 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizes purely by viewing specs. The pic underneath may give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and GF5.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FP2 with its smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF harder and the Panasonic FP2 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FP2 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.