Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS2
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93 Imaging
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Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
- Released July 2009
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 188g - 99 x 63 x 24mm
- Revealed January 2010
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FT2
- Old Model is Panasonic TS1
- Newer Model is Panasonic TS3

Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS2 Overview
Let's look much closer at the Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS2, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the TS2 (14MP) is very similar and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

The FP8 was introduced 6 months before the TS2 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS2 being a Compact camera.
Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the FP8 matches up against the TS2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS2 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Panasonic TS2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Panasonic TS2
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Reasons to pick Panasonic TS2 over the Panasonic FP8
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Common features in the Panasonic FP8 and Panasonic TS2
FP8 | TS2 | |||
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Revealed | July 2009 | ![]() | January 2010 | Similar generation |
Manually focus | ![]() | Lack of manual focus | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Display sizing | 2.7" | ![]() | 2.7" | Equivalent display measurement |
Display resolution | 230k | ![]() | 230k | The same display resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Lacking Touch display |
Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS2 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP8 has got exterior measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic TS2 has measurements of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") and a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS2 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have at that time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FP8 versus the TS2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP8 and TS2 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing technical specs. The image below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FP8 and TS2.
As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic TS2 to offer extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively.

Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS2 Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic TS2 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS2 |
Otherwise known as | - | Lumix DMC-FT2 |
Type | Ultracompact | Waterproof |
Released | 2009-07-27 | 2010-01-26 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine V | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-128mm (4.6x) | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 2.7" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 5.50 m | 5.10 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Mic 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 | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 lb) | 188 grams (0.41 lb) |
Dimensions | 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") | 99 x 63 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Pricing at launch | $300 | $350 |