Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung WB350F

The following is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic FP2 versus Samsung WB350F, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the WB350F (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was brought out 5 years prior to the WB350F which is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB350F being a Compact camera.

Before going through a full comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FP2 grades versus the WB350F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Samsung WB350F. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Samsung WB350F Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Samsung WB350F has proportions of 114mm x 65mm x 25mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP2 versus Samsung WB350F in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the FP2 and the WB350F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP2 and WB350F is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading through a spec sheet. The pic below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FP2 and WB350F.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Samsung WB350F to give you more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FP2 is going to be behind in sensor technology.