Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic FS15

Lets look closer at the Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic FS15, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the FS15 (12MP) is fairly similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was released 24 months later than the FS15 making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple view of how the FP5 grades vs the FS15 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Panasonic FS15 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP5 comes with exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Panasonic FS15 has sizing of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") having a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic FS15 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FP5 versus the FS15.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP5 and FS15 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to visualise the contrast between sensor measurements purely by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP5 and FS15.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FP5 to offer you more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more recent FP5 is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.