Panasonic FP2 vs Samsung WB850F

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FP2 versus Samsung WB850F, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the WB850F (16MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was revealed 24 months prior to the WB850F which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung WB850F being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief view of how the FP2 grades against the WB850F when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Samsung WB850F. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Samsung WB850F Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP2 has got exterior 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 WB850F has proportions of 109mm x 62mm x 25mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.0") having a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

See the Panasonic FP2 versus Samsung WB850F in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FP2 and the WB850F.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and WB850F is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The photograph here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and WB850F.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should count on the Samsung WB850F to give greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older FP2 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.