Panasonic FP2 vs Sigma DP2

Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic FP2 and Sigma DP2, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sigma. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and DP2 (5MP) and the FP2 (1/2.3") and DP2 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The FP2 was announced 4 months later than the DP2 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma DP2 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting right into a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the FP2 grades against the DP2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 & Sigma DP2. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery & Sigma DP2 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FP2 features external measurements 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 Sigma DP2 has specifications of 113mm x 60mm x 56mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 280 grams (0.62 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP2 and Sigma DP2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FP2 and the DP2.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and DP2 is 95 and 86 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by going through a spec sheet. The visual below may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FP2 and DP2.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FP2 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic FP2 will produce more detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.