Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic TS5

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic TS5, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof and both of them are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the TS5 (16MP) is pretty similar and they possess the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was revealed 4 years prior to the TS5 which is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FP2 matches up versus the TS5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS5. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic TS5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 offers exterior 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) while the Panasonic TS5 has sizing of 110mm x 67mm x 29mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic TS5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FP2 against the TS5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and TS5 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to envision the difference between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and TS5.

To sum up, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Panasonic TS5 to offer you more detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FP2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.