Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung NX1

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FP5 and Samsung NX1, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the FP5 (14MP) and NX1 (28MP) and the FP5 (1/2.3") and NX1 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The FP5 was introduced 4 years before the NX1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FP5 matches up against the NX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Samsung NX1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Samsung NX1 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you will need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung NX1 has dimensions of 139mm x 102mm x 66mm (5.5" x 4.0" x 2.6") and a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP5 and Samsung NX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FP5 versus the NX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FP5 and NX1 is 95 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP5 and NX1.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FP5 having a tinier sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Samsung NX1 will deliver greater detail using its extra 14 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older FP5 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.