Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS5

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic ZS5, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the ZS5 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was brought out 5 months prior to the ZS5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FP2 scores versus the ZS5 with regards 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-ZS5. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

If you are aiming to lug around your camera, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 enjoys outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS5 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic ZS5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the FP2 versus the ZS5.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and ZS5 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Often, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specifications. The graphic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP2 and ZS5.

Plainly, both cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FP2 to provide you with extra detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively.