Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FS42
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Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FS42 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1000 (Bump to 6400)
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 132g - 98 x 55 x 22mm
- Introduced April 2009
Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FS42 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FP8 and Panasonic FS42, both Ultracompact digital cameras and both of them are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the FS42 (10MP) is pretty similar but the FP8 (1/2.3") and FS42 (1/2.5") have totally different sensor measurements.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FP8 was unveiled 4 months after the FS42 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FP8 matches up against the FS42 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FS42 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Panasonic FS42 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Panasonic FS42
FP8 | FS42 | |||
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Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS42 over the Panasonic FP8
FS42 | FP8 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FP8 and Panasonic FS42
FP8 | FS42 | |||
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Introduced | July 2009 | April 2009 | Similar generation | |
Manually focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither contains Touch screen |
Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FS42 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FP8 has got exterior measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic FS42 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FP8 and Panasonic FS42 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the FP8 vs the FS42.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FP8 and FS42 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FS42 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reviewing technical specs. The pic here will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP8 and FS42.
As you can tell, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FP8 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic FP8 will offer greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.
Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FS42 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FS42 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2009-07-27 | 2009-04-17 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine V | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.5" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1000 |
Highest enhanced ISO | - | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 6.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 gr (0.33 lb) | 132 gr (0.29 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 98 x 55 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $300 | $580 |