Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS7

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FP2 versus Panasonic ZS7, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the ZS7 (12MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was launched 18 months before the ZS7 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS7 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FP2 matches up against the ZS7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS7. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Panasonic ZS7 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FP2 offers physical measurements 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 ZS7 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 218 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the FP2 and the ZS7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and ZS7 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing purely by looking through a spec sheet. The visual below may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and ZS7.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FP2 to provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older FP2 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.