Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS70

In this article, we are looking at the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic ZS70, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and ZS70 (20MP) but they come with the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was brought out 8 years prior to the ZS70 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the FP2 grades versus the ZS70 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 enjoys external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has sizing of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") having a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the FP2 versus the ZS70.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and ZS70 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and ZS70.

Clearly, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic ZS70 to show greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged FP2 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.