Panasonic FP8 vs Samsung NX10

Here is a detailed review of the Panasonic FP8 versus Samsung NX10, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP8 (12MP) and the NX10 (15MP) is pretty well matched but the FP8 (1/2.3") and NX10 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The FP8 was revealed 8 months before the NX10 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FP8 grades against the NX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 & Samsung NX10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP8 Gallery & Samsung NX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP8 has outside 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) whilst the Samsung NX10 has measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 40mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 1.6") with a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP8 versus Samsung NX10 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the FP8 against the NX10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP8 and NX10 is 95 and 80 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP8 and NX10.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FP8 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF harder and the Samsung NX10 will resolve extra detail because of its extra 3 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older FP8 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.