Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung NX1000

The following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FP2 and Samsung NX1000, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and NX1000 (20MP) and the FP2 (1/2.3") and NX1000 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FP2 was released 3 years prior to the NX1000 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX1000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FP2 matches up against the NX1000 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Samsung NX1000. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Samsung NX1000 Gallery.

When you are intending to travel with your camera often, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung NX1000 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") along with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP2 and Samsung NX1000 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that moment. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the FP2 versus the NX1000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and NX1000 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor dimensions merely by looking through technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and NX1000.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FP2 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX1000 will provide you with extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged FP2 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.