Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FP2 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was launched 4 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung Galaxy Camera being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a brief summation of how the FP2 matches up versus the Galaxy Camera in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Samsung Galaxy Camera. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Samsung Galaxy Camera Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FP2 has got physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung Galaxy Camera has specifications of 129mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.1" x 2.8" x 0.7") and a weight of 300 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP2 versus Samsung Galaxy Camera in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the FP2 against the Galaxy Camera.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and Galaxy Camera is 95 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and Galaxy Camera.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Samsung Galaxy Camera to provide more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged FP2 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.