Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung SL620

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung SL620, both Ultracompact cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the SL620 (12MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras have the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was revealed 11 months later than the SL620 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short view of how the FP2 grades vs the SL620 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Samsung SL620. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Samsung SL620 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 comes with exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung SL620 has sizing of 92mm x 61mm x 23mm (3.6" x 2.4" x 0.9") having a weight of 168 grams (0.37 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FP2 versus the SL620.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and SL620 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FP2 and SL620.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic FP2 to show more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more modern FP2 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.