Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung GX-20

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic FP2 and Samsung GX-20, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the GX-20 (15MP) is pretty well matched but the FP2 (1/2.3") and GX-20 (APS-C) feature different sensor sizes.

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The FP2 was unveiled 24 months later than the GX-20 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung GX-20 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FP2 scores versus the GX-20 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Samsung GX-20. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Samsung GX-20 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Samsung GX-20 has proportions of 142mm x 101mm x 72mm (5.6" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 800 grams (1.76 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FP2 and Samsung GX-20 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FP2 compared to the GX-20.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and GX-20 is 95 and 58 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements only by looking at technical specs. The visual below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and GX-20.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The FP2 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field tougher and the Samsung GX-20 will give extra detail having an extra 1MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern FP2 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.