Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic LX100

The following is a detailed assessment of the Panasonic FP8 and Panasonic LX100, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Large Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the LX100 (13MP) is fairly close but the FP8 (1/2.3") and LX100 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizes.

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The FP8 was revealed 6 years before the LX100 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before getting into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FP8 matches up vs the LX100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Panasonic LX100 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP8 has got physical dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic LX100 has dimensions of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") along with a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FP8 and Panasonic LX100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FP8 compared to the LX100.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FP8 and LX100 is 95 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP8 and LX100.

Plainly, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FP8 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic LX100 will render more detail because of its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics more aggressively. The more aged FP8 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.