Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic FH3

Lets look much closer at the Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic FH3, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the D3200 (24MP) and FH3 (14MP) and the D3200 (APS-C) and FH3 (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizes.

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The D3200 was introduced 2 years after the FH3 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D3200 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the D3200 scores versus the FH3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D3200 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon D3200 Gallery & Panasonic FH3 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon D3200 comes with outer measurements of 125mm x 96mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.8" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH3 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon D3200 vs Panasonic FH3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the D3200 and the FH3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D3200 and FH3 is 67 and 94 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to visualize the gap between sensor sizes just by reviewing specifications. The picture here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the D3200 and FH3.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The D3200 using its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon D3200 will offer extra detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos far more aggressively. The younger D3200 should have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.