Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung ST95
95 Imaging
37 Features
17 Overall
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99 Imaging
39 Features
19 Overall
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Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung ST95 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2011
Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung ST95 Overview
Below is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung ST95, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the ST95 (16MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe FP2 was revealed 12 months earlier than the ST95 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before getting straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FP2 matches up against the ST95 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung ST95 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Samsung ST95. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Samsung ST95 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Samsung ST95
FP2 | ST95 |
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Reasons to pick Samsung ST95 over the Panasonic FP2
ST95 | FP2 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | January 2010 | More recent by 12 months | |
Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper display (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Samsung ST95
FP2 | ST95 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Neither includes Touch display |
Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung ST95 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FP2 features physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung ST95 has specifications of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung ST95 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen during that time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the FP2 vs the ST95.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and ST95 is 95 and 99 respectively.
Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung ST95 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor measurements just by reading technical specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and ST95.
As you can tell, both of the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same MP. You should expect to see the Samsung ST95 to offer extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The older FP2 is going to be behind in sensor tech.
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Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung ST95 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Samsung ST95 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | Samsung ST95 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | - |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus range | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60s | 8s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 5.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | - |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 lb) | - |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Cost at release | $80 | $145 |