Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic LS5

Here is a in depth review of the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic LS5, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was brought out 18 months before the LS5 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FP2 matches up vs the LS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 offers 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) and the Panasonic LS5 has proportions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic LS5 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FP2 against the LS5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and LS5 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through specs. The photograph underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and LS5.

All in all, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact resolution and you should expect comparable quality of files however you will want to factor the release date of the cameras into account. The older FP2 will be behind in sensor innovation.