Nikon P7800 vs Panasonic FH3

Here is a in depth analysis of the Nikon P7800 and Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the P7800 (12MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is very well matched but the P7800 (1/1.7") and FH3 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The P7800 was brought out 3 years later than the FH3 and that is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the P7800 grades vs the FH3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Coolpix P7800 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon P7800 Gallery & Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera regularly, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon P7800 enjoys outside dimensions of 119mm x 78mm x 50mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 2.0") along with a weight of 399 grams (0.88 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH3 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the P7800 vs the FH3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the P7800 and FH3 is 82 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The photograph here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the P7800 and FH3.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The P7800 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic FH3 will give greater detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The fresher P7800 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.