Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FP3
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FP3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-1200mm (F2.9-6.5) lens
- 670g - 123 x 87 x 116mm
- Announced January 2015
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FP3 Overview
Below, we will be matching up the Fujifilm S9800 versus Panasonic FP3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals FujiFilm and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the Fujifilm S9800 (16MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe Fujifilm S9800 was released 5 years later than the FP3 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Fujifilm S9800 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Fujifilm S9800 matches up versus the FP3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FP3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm S9800 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The complete galleries are viewable at Fujifilm S9800 Gallery and Panasonic FP3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm S9800 over the Panasonic FP3
Fujifilm S9800 | FP3 | |||
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Launched | January 2015 | January 2010 | More recent by 62 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Fujifilm S9800
FP3 | Fujifilm S9800 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Fujifilm S9800 and Panasonic FP3
Fujifilm S9800 | FP3 | |||
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Focus manually | No manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen size |
Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison
If you're going to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and size. The Fujifilm S9800 has physical measurements of 123mm x 87mm x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") along with a weight of 670 grams (1.48 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).
Check out the Fujifilm S9800 versus Panasonic FP3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Fujifilm S9800 vs the FP3.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Fujifilm S9800 and FP3 is 61 and 95 respectively.
Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by viewing specs. The visual below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Fujifilm S9800 and FP3.
As you can plainly see, both the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Fujifilm S9800 to provide you with greater detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The newer Fujifilm S9800 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
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Fujifilm S9800 vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications
Fujifilm S9800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm S9800 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 |
Class | Small Sensor Superzoom | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2015-01-14 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-like (bridge) | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 28.1mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | - | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 24-1200mm (50.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.9-6.5 | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | 7cm | 10cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 920 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 97% | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 8 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/1700 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames/s | 5.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 7.00 m (with Auto ISO) | 4.90 m |
Flash settings | Auto, flash on, flash off, slow synchro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (6oi), 1280 x 720 (60p), 640 x 480 (30p) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 670g (1.48 pounds) | 155g (0.34 pounds) |
Dimensions | 123 x 87 x 116mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 4.6") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | - |
Battery form | Battery Pack | - |
Battery model | 4 x AA | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at release | $299 | $182 |