Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FX580
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Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FX580 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
- Revealed July 2009
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FX550
Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FX580 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FX580, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FP8 was unveiled 7 months later than the FX580 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera.
Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the FP8 scores vs the FX580 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FX580 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Panasonic FX580 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Panasonic FX580
FP8 | FX580 | |||
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Introduced | July 2009 | January 2009 | Fresher by 7 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Panasonic FP8
FX580 | FP8 | |||
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Display sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
Common features in the Panasonic FP8 and Panasonic FX580
FP8 | FX580 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | The same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Absent Touch display |
Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FX580 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP8 comes with exterior dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic FX580 has proportions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FX580 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the FP8 and the FX580.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the FP8 and FX580 is 95 and 95 respectively.
Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FX580 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over specifications. The photograph here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP8 and FX580.
To sum up, both cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs although you should really factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The younger FP8 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-FX550 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-07-27 | 2009-01-27 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine V | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 2.7 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 5.50 m | 6.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 lb) | 167 grams (0.37 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $300 | $499 |