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Panasonic LUMIX DMC FP1 Review | 108 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130Sensor size:1/2.3"Weight:151 gBattery life (CIPA):300 shots

Panasonic LUMIX DMC FP1 Review: Compare 108 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Cameras category and whether it is worth buying.

4.2

Overall score

Score
4.2/ 10
✕
What it is
An overall evaluation of the camera's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best cameras on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 88% of models
Score components

90%

3.7

Technical score

10%

8.1

User score

â–¼Worse than 88% of cameras
3.7

Technical score

Technical score
3.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components

28%

4.0

Sensor & Image

25%

3.8

Photo Features

18%

3.2

Video & Audio

14%

4.4

Display & Design

8%

3.7

Battery & Power

7%

2.7

Connectivity & Storage

â–¼Worse than 93% of cameras
8.1

User score

User score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on 154 buyer reviews from online shops.
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How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
â–²Better than 73% of cameras
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Technical Specifications of camera Panasonic LUMIX DMC FP1

Technical score
Technical score
3.7/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Cameras category across these key areas: Sensor & Image, Photo Features, Video & Audio, Display & Design, Battery & Power, Connectivity & Storage.
When it matters
When you want to compare cameras based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 93% of models
Score components:

28%

4.0

Sensor & Image

25%

3.8

Photo Features

18%

3.2

Video & Audio

14%

4.4

Display & Design

8%

3.7

Battery & Power

7%

2.7

Connectivity & Storage

3.7
User score
User score
8.1/ 10
✕
What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components

70%

8.2

User ratings

30%

7.8

Number of reviews

Based on 154 buyer reviews from online shops.
Read buyer reviews on Amazon →
How we calculate this
User ratings – average star rating across all shop listings, weighted by how many reviews each has, on a 1–10 scale.
Number of reviews – how many buyer reviews the product has, on a logarithmic scale; the 8% most-reviewed models in the category get 10.
8.1
Popularity
Popularity
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the camera.
When it matters
When you want to see which cameras attract the most buyer attention and review activity.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 74% of models
Popularity:
Panasonic LUMIX DMC FP1 has a popularity score of 7.8, which is higher than 74.2% of cameras.
7.8
Value for money
Value for money
5.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the camera's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you want to know how much overall quality you get for the price.
Score distribution
â–¼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Score components:

60%

4.2

Overall score

40%

9.8

Price

5.9
Sensor size
1/2.3"
Sensor size
1/2.3"
â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
This camera uses a sensor classified as 1/2.3"; it is smaller than the sensor in 60.5% of cameras and the same size as the sensor in 38.1% of cameras.
Main camera megapixels
12.1 MP
Main camera megapixels
12.1 MP
â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
This camera has a sensor resolution of 12.1 MP, which is lower than that of 86.6% of cameras and equal to that of 6.9% of cameras.
Main camera pixel size
1.52 µm
Main camera pixel size
1.52 µm
â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
This camera has sensor pixels measuring 1.52 µm, which are smaller than those in 66% of cameras and the same size as those in 0.2% of cameras.
Base ISO
80
Base ISO
80
â–¼ Worse than 80% of models
Market range: <80 – >200
This camera has a base ISO of 80 which is lower than that of 80.3% of cameras and equal to that of 15.4% of cameras.
Max ISO
ISO 1600 ISO
Max ISO
ISO 1,600
â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
This camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of ISO 1,600, which is lower than that of 85.9% of cameras and equal to that of 13.2% of cameras.
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Lens mount
N/A
Built-in focus motor
no
Built-in focus motor
no
â–¼ Worse than 11% of models
This camera does not have a built-in focus motor. 11% of cameras have a built-in focus motor.
N. of focus points
9
N. of focus points
9
â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
Market range: <9 – >399
This camera has 9 focus points, fewer than the number offered by 67.1% of cameras and equal to the number offered by 26% of cameras.
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
Phase-detection autofocus (photos)
no
â–¼ Worse than 37% of models
This camera does not support phase-detection autofocus for photos. 37.5% of cameras support phase-detection autofocus for photos.
AF tracking
yes
AF tracking
yes
â–² Better than 12% of models
This camera supports AF tracking. This feature is available on 88% of cameras.
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Max video resolution
1,280 px
Max video resolution
1,280 px
â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
This camera supports 1,280 px video recording which is lower quality than that of 71.4% of cameras and equal to that of 18.5% of cameras.
Video bitrate
30 Mbps
Video bitrate
30 Mbps
â–² Better than 49% of models
Market range: <12 Mbps – >237 Mbps
This camera has a video bitrate of 30 Mbps which is higher than that of 48.6% of cameras and equal to that of 3.9% of cameras.
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Video bit depth
8 bit
Video bit depth
8 bit
â–¼ Worse than 12% of models
This camera supports video at 8 bit, a bit depth higher than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 80.6% of cameras.
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
Video chroma subsampling
4:2:0
â–¼ Worse than 22% of models
This camera supports 4:2:0 video chroma subsampling which is more advanced than that of 7.8% of cameras and equal to that of 69.9% of cameras.
Video codecs
Motion JPEG
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Type
compact
Weight
151 g
Weight
151 g
â–² Better than 88% of models
Market range: <142 g – >812 g
This camera weighs 151 g which is lighter than 87.8% of cameras and equal to the weight of 0.2% of cameras.
Width
99 mm
Width
99 mm
â–² Better than 84% of models
Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
This camera has a width of 99 mm which is narrower than 84.5% of cameras and equal to that of 1% of cameras.
Height
59 mm
Height
59 mm
â–² Better than 82% of models
Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
This camera has a height of 59 mm which is shorter than 81.7% of cameras and equal to that of 1.5% of cameras.
Thickness
19 mm
Thickness
19 mm
★ Better than 97% of models
Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
This camera has a thickness of 19 mm which is thinner than 96.7% of cameras and equal to that of 0.6% of cameras.
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Battery life (CIPA)
300 shots
Battery life (CIPA)
300 shots
â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
This camera has a CIPA-rated battery life of 300 shots, which is shorter than that of 57.8% of cameras and equal to that of 6.7% of cameras.
Battery capacity
695 mAh
Battery capacity
695 mAh
â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
This camera has a battery capacity of 695 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 91.9% of cameras.
Removable battery
yes
Removable battery
yes
â–² Better than 1% of models
This camera has a removable battery, and 98.7% of cameras include one.
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
USB Power Delivery (PD)
no
â–¼ Worse than 10% of models
This camera does not support USB Power Delivery. 10.1% of cameras support USB Power Delivery.
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
Wi-Fi connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 48% of models
This camera does not support Wi-Fi. 47.9% of cameras include this feature.
Wi-Fi version
N/A
Bluetooth connectivity
no
Bluetooth connectivity
no
â–¼ Worse than 23% of models
This camera does not have Bluetooth. 22.7% of cameras support Bluetooth.
Bluetooth version
N/A
USB Type-C
no
USB Type-C
no
â–¼ Worse than 15% of models
This camera does not include USB Type-C. 14.6% of cameras use USB-C.
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Panasonic LUMIX DMC FP1 vs the average camera

246810TotalDisplay & DesignSensor & ImagePhoto FeaturesVideo & AudioBattery & PowerConnectivity & Storage
  • 244 g lighter
    Weight
    151 g
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (151 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    151 g vs 395 g
  • 27 mm thinner
    Thickness
    19 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (19 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    19 mm vs 46 mm
  • 20.9 mm narrower
    Width
    99 mm
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (99 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    99 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 0.04 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.04 GB
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.04 GB vs 0 GB
  • 14.9 mm shorter body
    Height
    59 mm
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is shorter than the average camera (59 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    59 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • 1% higher user score
    User score
    8.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
    When it matters
    When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC FP1
    the average camera
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC FP1 has a higher user score than the average camera (8.08 vs 8.000).
    8.08 vs 8
  • 2.23x cheaper
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC FP1 is cheaper than the average camera (£130 vs £290).
    £130 vs £290
  • 1% higher user score
    User score
    8.1/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the camera.
    When it matters
    When real-world owner satisfaction and review volume matter to your decision.
    Score distribution
    â–¼
    â–¼
    <55-66-77-88-99-10
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC FP1
    the average camera
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC FP1 has a higher user score than the average camera (8.08 vs 8.000).
    8.08 vs 8
  • 2.23x cheaper
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC FP1 is cheaper than the average camera (£130 vs £290).
    £130 vs £290
  • 244 g lighter
    Weight
    151 g
    â–² Better than 88% of models
    Market range: <142 g – >812 g
    This camera is lighter than the average camera (151 g vs 395 g). The average camera weighs 395 g.
    151 g vs 395 g
  • 27 mm thinner
    Thickness
    19 mm
    ★ Better than 97% of models
    Market range: <21.9 mm – >92 mm
    This camera is thinner than the average camera (19 mm vs 46 mm). The average camera has a thickness of 46 mm.
    19 mm vs 46 mm
  • 20.9 mm narrower
    Width
    99 mm
    â–² Better than 84% of models
    Market range: <96 mm – >142.6 mm
    This camera is narrower than the average camera (99 mm vs 119.9 mm). The average camera has a width of 119.9 mm.
    99 mm vs 119.9 mm
  • 14.9 mm shorter body
    Height
    59 mm
    â–² Better than 82% of models
    Market range: <57.6 mm – >105.8 mm
    This camera is shorter than the average camera (59 mm vs 73.9 mm). The average camera has a height of 73.9 mm.
    59 mm vs 73.9 mm
  • 0.04 GB more storage
    Internal storage
    0.04 GB
    â–² Better than 80% of models
    Market range: <0 GB – >0.07 GB
    This camera has a higher internal storage than the average camera (0 GB vs 0 GB). The average camera offers 0 GB of internal storage.
    0.04 GB vs 0 GB
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    12.1 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (12.1 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    12.1 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • 0.3 in smaller screen diagonal
    Screen size
    2.7 in
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.7 in – >3.2 in
    This camera has a smaller screen than the average camera (2.7 in vs 3 in). The average camera has a screen size of 3 in.
    2.7 in vs 3 in
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • 1.82 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.52 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.5 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.52 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 5.6% worse value for money
    Panasonic LUMIX DMC FP1 has a worse value-for-money score than the average camera (5.87 vs 6.2).
    5.87 vs 6.2
  • 0.3 in smaller screen diagonal
    Screen size
    2.7 in
    â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
    Market range: <2.7 in – >3.2 in
    This camera has a smaller screen than the average camera (2.7 in vs 3 in). The average camera has a screen size of 3 in.
    2.7 in vs 3 in
  • No hot shoe
    Hot shoe
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 54% of models
    This camera does not have a hot shoe, the average camera does.
  • Smaller sensor
    Sensor size
    1/2.3"
    â–¼ Worse than 61% of models
    This camera has a smaller sensor than the average camera (1/2.3" vs APS-C).
    1/2.3" vs APS-C
  • Lower sensor resolution
    Main camera megapixels
    12.1 MP
    â–¼ Worse than 87% of models
    This camera has a lower sensor resolution than the average camera (12.1 MP vs 16.2 MP). The average camera has a sensor resolution of 16.2 MP.
    12.1 MP vs 16.2 MP
  • Lacks HDR mode
    HDR mode
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 55% of models
    This camera does not support HDR mode, the average camera does. 55.1% of cameras include HDR mode.
  • 1.82 µm smaller sensor pixels
    Main camera pixel size
    1.52 µm
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <1.33 µm – >5.94 µm
    This camera has smaller sensor pixels than the average camera (1.5 µm vs 3.34 µm). The average sensor pixel size is 3.34 µm.
    1.52 µm vs 3.34 µm
  • 4,800 ISO lower maximum sensitivity limit
    Max ISO
    1,600 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 86% of models
    Market range: <1.6k ISO – >40k ISO
    This camera has a lower maximum sensitivity than the average camera (1600 ISO vs 6400 ISO). The average camera reaches a maximum sensitivity of 6400 ISO.
    1,600 ISO vs 6,400 ISO
  • 18,900 ISO lower extended sensitivity limit
    Max expanded ISO
    6,400 ISO
    â–¼ Worse than 66% of models
    Market range: <3.2k ISO – >102.4k ISO
    This camera has a lower expanded ISO than the average camera (6400 ISO vs 25300 ISO). The average camera reaches an expanded ISO of 25300 ISO.
    High Sensitivity mode only.
    6,400 ISO vs 25,300 ISO
  • 3 older
    Release date
    2010
    â–¼ Worse than 89% of models
    Market range: <2k – >2k
    This camera is older than the average camera (2010 vs 2013). The average camera was released in 2013.
    January 2010
    2,010 vs 2,013
  • No RAW photo capture
    RAW photo capture
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    This camera does not support RAW photo capture, the average camera does. 62.8% of cameras support RAW formats.
  • 14 fewer AF points
    N. of focus points
    9
    â–¼ Worse than 67% of models
    Market range: <9 – >399
    This camera has fewer focus points than the average camera (9 vs 23). The average camera offers 23 focus points.
    9 vs 23
  • No manual focus mode
    Manual focus
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual focus, the average camera does. 71.7% of cameras include a manual focus mode.
  • No manual exposure control
    Manual exposure
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 72% of models
    This camera does not support manual exposure, the average camera does. 72% of cameras support manual exposure controls.
  • Lower video resolution
    Max video resolution
    1,280 px
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera records lower-resolution video than the average camera (1280 px vs 1920 px). The average camera records at 1920 px.
    1280 px vs 1920 px
  • No continuous video AF
    Continuous autofocus (video)
    no
    â–¼ Worse than 71% of models
    This camera does not support continuous autofocus in video, the average camera does.
  • 1 fewer microphones
    N. of microphones
    1
    â–¼ Worse than 63% of models
    Market range: <1 – >2
    This camera has fewer microphones than the average camera (1 vs 2). The average camera has 2 microphones.
    1 vs 2
  • 425 mAh smaller battery capacity
    Battery capacity
    695 mAh
    â–¼ Worse than 92% of models
    Market range: <700 mAh – >2.2k mAh
    This camera has a lower battery capacity than the average camera (695 mAh vs 1120 mAh). The average camera has a battery capacity of 1120 mAh.
    695 mAh vs 1,120 mAh
  • 30 shots fewer shots per charge
    Battery life (CIPA)
    300 shots
    â–¼ Worse than 58% of models
    Market range: <210 shots – >700 shots
    This camera has shorter battery life than the average camera (300 shots vs 330 shots). The average camera delivers 330 shots per charge.
    300 shots vs 330 shots

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Third-party reviews

Based on 154 buyer reviews from online shops.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this
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What we like about Panasonic LUMIX DMC FP1

  • Ultra-compact and lightweight design, making it very portable for pockets or small bags
  • Fast performance with a quick start-up time of approximately 1.5–2 seconds
  • Effective MEGA Optical Image Stabilization (O.I.S.) for reducing blur
  • Intuitive Intelligent Auto (iA) mode that simplifies photography for beginners
  • Stylish aesthetic available in multiple colors
  • Solid build quality and a protective sliding lens cover

What we don't like about Panasonic LUMIX DMC FP1

  • Noticeable image noise and graininess, especially in low-light conditions due to the small sensor
  • Video files are recorded in an older 'Motion JPEG' format that consumes significant memory
  • User interface and menu system can be unintuitive for new users
  • Lack of manual controls like aperture or shutter priority
  • The sliding lens cover can accidentally open in pockets, potentially draining the battery
  • No RAW shooting capability, limiting post-processing options

Verdict

The Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 is a sleek, ultra-compact digital camera featuring a 12.1-megapixel CCD sensor and a non-extending 4x optical zoom lens (35-140mm equivalent) protected by a sliding metal cover. It includes a 2.7-inch LCD screen, 720p HD video recording capabilities, and a Venus Engine IV processor for responsive performance. Main pros include its highly portable, pocket-friendly design, effective Mega O.I.S. optical image stabilisation, and the beginner-friendly Intelligent Auto (iA) mode that simplifies shooting. However, it lacks full manual controls, features a relatively narrow 35mm wide-angle starting point, and performs poorly in low light due to its small sensor and limited ISO range.

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