Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic FX700

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic FP5 versus Panasonic FX700, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the FX700 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was introduced 6 months later than the FX700 so they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FX700 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FP5 grades against the FX700 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Panasonic FX700 Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP5 offers exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX700 has sizing of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP5 versus Panasonic FX700 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the FP5 and the FX700.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and FX700 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Often, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through specs. The photograph here might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP5 and FX700.

All in all, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP so you should expect comparable quality of images but you will need to factor the production date of the cameras into account.