Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic G10

Here is a extended review of the Panasonic FP5 and Panasonic G10, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the G10 (12MP) is relatively close but the FP5 (1/2.3") and G10 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The FP5 was launched 5 months later than the G10 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FP5 matches up versus the G10 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Panasonic G10 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FP5 has outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic G10 has specifications of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FP5 and the G10.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP5 and G10 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The graphic below will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP5 and G10.

All in all, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FP5 featuring a smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic FP5 will provide you with more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.