Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung NX100

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung NX100, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is relatively well matched but the FP5 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The FP5 was manufactured 4 months after the NX100 which means that they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FP5 grades against the NX100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Samsung NX100 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP5 offers physical measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has proportions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung NX100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the FP5 vs the NX100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP5 and NX100 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by reading through specifications. The pic here should offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP5 and NX100.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FP5 because of its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF harder and the Samsung NX100 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots more aggressively.