Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung Galaxy Camera 2

Here is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic FP5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the Galaxy Camera 2 (16MP) is very close and they use the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP5 was introduced 4 years earlier than the Galaxy Camera 2 and that is a fairly large gap 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 Galaxy Camera 2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short summation of how the FP5 matches up vs the Galaxy Camera 2 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FP5 offers 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 Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 has specifications of 133mm x 71mm x 19mm (5.2" x 2.8" x 0.7") having a weight of 283 grams (0.62 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP5 and Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the FP5 vs the Galaxy Camera 2.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FP5 and Galaxy Camera 2 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic here may provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP5 and Galaxy Camera 2.

As you can see, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Samsung Galaxy Camera 2 to provide you with extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The older FP5 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.