Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic L1

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic FP5 versus Panasonic L1, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are offered by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the FP5 (14MP) and L1 (7MP) and the FP5 (1/2.3") and L1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FP5 was revealed 3 years after the L1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FP5 scores against the L1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Panasonic L1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry around your camera often, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP5 enjoys external dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) and the Panasonic L1 has proportions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP5 versus Panasonic L1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the FP5 against the L1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP5 and L1 is 95 and 65 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The pic here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FP5 and L1.

Plainly, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FP5 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic FP5 will show extra detail because of its extra 7MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more recent FP5 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.