Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung ST30

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung ST30, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the FP5 (14MP) and ST30 (10MP) and the FP5 (1/2.3") and ST30 (1/3") possess different sensor size.

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The FP5 was announced about the same time to the ST30 and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the FP5 scores vs the ST30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Samsung ST30. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Samsung ST30 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP5 has external measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung ST30 has measurements of 82mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.2" x 2.0" x 0.7") along with a weight of 87 grams (0.19 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung ST30 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FP5 against the ST30.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FP5 and ST30 is 95 and 98 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at a spec sheet. The picture here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP5 and ST30.

Clearly, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FP5 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic FP5 will give greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively.