Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung NX300

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FP2 and Samsung NX300, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and NX300 (20MP) and the FP2 (1/2.3") and NX300 (APS-C) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The FP2 was released 4 years earlier than the NX300 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the FP2 grades vs the NX300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Samsung NX300. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Samsung NX300 Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FP2 offers external dimensions 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 Samsung NX300 has specifications of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") with a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the FP2 vs the NX300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and NX300 is 95 and 86 respectively.

Normally, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The image below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP2 and NX300.

Plainly, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FP2 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Samsung NX300 will show extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP2 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.