Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS45

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS45, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the ZS45 (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was launched 6 years before the ZS45 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS45 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FP2 grades vs the ZS45 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS45. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic ZS45 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor 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) and the Panasonic ZS45 has sizing of 108mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 249 grams (0.55 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS45 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the FP2 against the ZS45.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and ZS45 is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor measurements only by checking specifications. The photograph here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and ZS45.

To sum up, both cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic ZS45 to give more detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs more aggressively. The older FP2 is going to be behind in sensor tech.