Panasonic FP7 vs Panasonic ZS5

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic FP7 versus Panasonic ZS5, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and ZS5 (12MP) but both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was released 7 months later than the ZS5 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS5 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the FP7 scores vs the ZS5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Panasonic ZS5 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP7 provides exterior measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS5 has measurements of 103mm x 60mm x 32mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 214 grams (0.47 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FP7 versus Panasonic ZS5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the FP7 and the ZS5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP7 and ZS5 is 95 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by looking through technical specs. The graphic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP7 and ZS5.

As you have seen, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FP7 to render extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics more aggressively. The fresher FP7 provides an edge in sensor technology.