Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic LS5

Following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic FP8 versus Panasonic LS5, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is relatively comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP8 was announced 24 months prior to the LS5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FP8 matches up versus the LS5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP8 enjoys outer measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has proportions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP8 versus Panasonic LS5 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the FP8 compared to the LS5.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FP8 and LS5 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by going through specifications. The pic here should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP8 and LS5.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Panasonic LS5 to produce extra detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP8 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.