Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung GX-1L

Here is a extended analysis of the Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung GX-1L, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizable difference among the sensor resolutions of the FP5 (14MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the FP5 (1/2.3") and GX-1L (APS-C) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The FP5 was revealed 4 years later than the GX-1L and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a short highlight of how the FP5 scores versus the GX-1L in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Samsung GX-1L. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP5 comes with external measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1L has measurements of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") along with a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the FP5 compared to the GX-1L.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FP5 and GX-1L is 95 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing simply by going through specifications. The visual below will give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP5 and GX-1L.

To sum up, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FP5 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FP5 will produce greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots far more aggressively. The fresher FP5 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.