Panasonic FP8 vs Samsung CL5

Here is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic FP8 vs Samsung CL5, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the FP8 (12MP) and CL5 (9MP) and the FP8 (1/2.3") and CL5 (1/2.5") feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The FP8 was manufactured 6 months later than the CL5 and they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before going through a thorough comparison, below is a short view of how the FP8 grades versus the CL5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Samsung CL5. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Samsung CL5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FP8 has exterior 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) while the Samsung CL5 has specifications of 93mm x 60mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.4" x 0.7") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the FP8 versus the CL5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP8 and CL5 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading specs. The photograph here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FP8 and CL5.

All in all, each of these cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FP8 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FP8 will deliver extra detail due to its extra 3 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.