Canon S100 vs Panasonic FH3

Its time to take a deeper look at the Canon S100 and Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The resolution of the S100 (12MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is fairly similar but the S100 (1/1.7") and FH3 (1/2.3") boast different sensor size.

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The S100 was introduced 24 months after the FH3 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the S100 scores vs the FH3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot S100 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The whole galleries are viewable at Canon S100 Gallery & Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Canon S100 features outer measurements of 99mm x 60mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 198 grams (0.44 lbs) and the Panasonic FH3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Analyze the Canon S100 and Panasonic FH3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the S100 against the FH3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the S100 and FH3 is 93 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the difference between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The image underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the S100 and FH3.

As you have seen, the two cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The S100 with its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic FH3 will deliver extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher S100 provides an edge with regard to sensor innovation.