Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic G10

Its time to look much closer at the Panasonic FP8 and Panasonic G10, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the G10 (12MP) is fairly close but the FP8 (1/2.3") and G10 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP8 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the G10 so they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief view of how the FP8 scores against the G10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Panasonic G10 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FP8 provides external measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic G10 has specifications of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP8 and Panasonic G10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FP8 and the G10.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP8 and G10 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing specs. The image below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FP8 and G10.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The FP8 contains the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF more difficult. The more aged FP8 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.