Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung ST700

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung ST700, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the ST700 (16MP) is relatively well matched and they use the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was unveiled 12 months before the ST700 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FP2 matches up against the ST700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Samsung ST700. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Samsung ST700 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 provides outside measurements 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 ST700 has sizing of 99mm x 55mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FP2 and the ST700.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP2 and ST700 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP2 and ST700.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Samsung ST700 to give you more detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The older FP2 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.