Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic LZ20

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic FP2 versus Panasonic LZ20, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the LZ20 (16MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was announced 3 years before the LZ20 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FP2 matches up against the LZ20 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP2 provides exterior 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) while the Panasonic LZ20 has measurements of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FP2 against the LZ20.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and LZ20 is 95 and 71 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to visualise the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and LZ20.

As you can tell, each of these cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic LZ20 to give you more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.