Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic GX85

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic GX85, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the GX85 (16MP) is fairly comparable but the FP2 (1/2.3") and GX85 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizing.

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The FP2 was manufactured 7 years earlier than the GX85 which is a fairly sizable 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 GX85 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the FP2 matches up versus the GX85 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX85. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic GX85 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 provides physical 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 GX85 has proportions of 122mm x 71mm x 44mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 1.7") having a weight of 426 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic GX85 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the FP2 vs the GX85.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and GX85 is 95 and 83 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by seeing specifications. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and GX85.

Plainly, both cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FP2 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field harder and the Panasonic GX85 will produce greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics much more aggressively. The more aged FP2 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.