Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ1

Following is a in depth review of the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ1, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was brought out 24 months before the SZ1 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FP2 scores versus the SZ1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the FP2 vs the SZ1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and SZ1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading specs. The image here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FP2 and SZ1.

All in all, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic SZ1 to offer more detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop images more aggressively. The more aged FP2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.