Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic LZ40

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic LZ40, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and LZ40 (20MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was launched 5 years earlier than the LZ40 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the FP2 matches up versus the LZ40 in regards 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-LZ40. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

If you are going to carry your camera often, you will need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP2 comes with external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic LZ40 has dimensions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic LZ40 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the FP2 vs the LZ40.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and LZ40 is 95 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The graphic underneath may offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and LZ40.

Plainly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic LZ40 to offer you more detail utilizing its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older FP2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.