Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ5
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-250mm (F3.1-5.9) lens
- 136g - 104 x 58 x 21mm
- Announced July 2012
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ5 Overview
Below, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ5, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the SZ5 (14MP) is relatively similar and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe FP2 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the SZ5 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic SZ5 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a full comparison, below is a short view of how the FP2 matches up against the SZ5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ5 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic SZ5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Panasonic SZ5
FP2 | SZ5 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic SZ5 over the Panasonic FP2
SZ5 | FP2 | |||
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Announced | July 2012 | January 2010 | More modern by 30 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic SZ5
FP2 | SZ5 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | The same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither provides Touch screen |
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ5 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 provides external 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 SZ5 has proportions of 104mm x 58mm x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FP2 versus the SZ5.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and SZ5 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ5 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reviewing technical specs. The picture here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and SZ5.
As you can tell, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels so you should expect similar quality of pictures however you might want to factor the release date of the products into consideration. The more aged FP2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic SZ5 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ5 |
Class | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2012-07-18 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW support | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.1-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 5.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 5.60 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720p ( 30,25 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 pounds) | 136 grams (0.30 pounds) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 104 x 58 x 21mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 250 images |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 secs) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $80 | $195 |