Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung NX10

Following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung NX10, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is relatively well matched but the FP2 (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The FP2 was revealed 3 months prior to the NX10 which means that they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the FP2 matches up against the NX10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Samsung NX10. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Samsung NX10 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 enjoys outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Samsung NX10 has sizing of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") along with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view over all size comparison of the FP2 versus the NX10.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and NX10 is 95 and 80 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and NX10.

As you can see, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FP2 using its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX10 will give you greater detail because of its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots far more aggressively.