Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic XS1
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- 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)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Launched January 2013
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic XS1 Overview
In this write-up, we are looking at the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic XS1, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the XS1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FP2 was launched 4 years earlier than the XS1 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera.
Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief view of how the FP2 scores versus the XS1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic XS1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Panasonic XS1
FP2 | XS1 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Panasonic FP2
XS1 | FP2 | |||
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Launched | January 2013 | January 2010 | More recent by 36 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic XS1
FP2 | XS1 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equivalent display size | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly display | Neither features Touch friendly display |
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic XS1 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
See the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic XS1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FP2 and the XS1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and XS1 is 95 and 97 respectively.
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and XS1.
As you can plainly see, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic XS1 to give you more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos a little more aggressively. The older FP2 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic XS1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 1.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 4.40 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
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 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151 gr (0.33 lbs) | 103 gr (0.23 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | - | 260 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $80 | $130 |