Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS70
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS70 Key Specs
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- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Released January 2010
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- 20MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 24-720mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 322g - 112 x 67 x 41mm
- Launched April 2017
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-TZ90
- Superseded the Panasonic ZS60
- Refreshed by Panasonic ZS80
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS70 Overview
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").
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe 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.
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS70 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Panasonic ZS70
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Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS70 over the Panasonic FP2
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Launched | April 2017 | January 2010 | Newer by 88 months | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 230k | Clearer display (+810k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic ZS70
FP2 | ZS70 |
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS70 Physical Comparison
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).
Analyze the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic ZS70 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.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.
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS70 Sensor Comparison
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.
Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS70 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZS70 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ90 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2017-04-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CCD | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 24-720mm (30.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing range | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 4 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 5.60 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 3840 x 2160 (30p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 lb) | 322 grams (0.71 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 112 x 67 x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 380 images |
Style of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 3 shots / 10 secs) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $80 | $450 |