Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS60

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic FP2 versus Panasonic ZS60, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and ZS60 (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was launched 7 years before the ZS60 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS60 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FP2 scores against the ZS60 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS60. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Panasonic ZS60 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 comes with outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS60 has proportions of 112mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.5") having a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FP2 and the ZS60.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and ZS60 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to picture the difference between sensor dimensions only by going over specs. The pic here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and ZS60.

All in all, the two cameras come with the identical sensor size but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic ZS60 to deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.