Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic FX78

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP8 versus Panasonic FX78, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the FX78 (12MP) is fairly comparable and they feature the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was released 18 months earlier than the FX78 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FP8 grades vs the FX78 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP8 offers external measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic FX78 has proportions of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FP8 versus the FX78.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP8 and FX78 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing only by seeing specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP8 and FX78.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the identical megapixels and you can expect comparable quality of pictures though you may want to factor the age of the cameras into account. The older FP8 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.