Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic XS1

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.