Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic GX850

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic FP2 versus Panasonic GX850, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the GX850 (16MP) is fairly close but the FP2 (1/2.3") and GX850 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The FP2 was unveiled 8 years earlier than the GX850 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FP2 scores versus the GX850 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 has got external 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 GX850 has sizing of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FP2 vs the GX850.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and GX850 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The photograph here will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FP2 and GX850.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FP2 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic GX850 will render more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images way more aggressively. The older FP2 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.