Olympus E-620 vs Panasonic FP3

Here, we are analyzing the Olympus E-620 versus Panasonic FP3, one is a Entry-Level DSLR and the other is a Ultracompact by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the E-620 (12MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is very comparable but the E-620 (Four Thirds) and FP3 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The E-620 was announced 6 months earlier than the FP3 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Olympus E-620 being a Compact SLR camera and the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the E-620 matches up vs the FP3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus E-620 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The whole galleries are viewable at Olympus E-620 Gallery and Panasonic FP3 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Olympus E-620 has external measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 500 grams (1.10 lbs) and the Panasonic FP3 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus E-620 versus Panasonic FP3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the E-620 vs the FP3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the E-620 and FP3 is 71 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by checking out specs. The pic here may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the E-620 and FP3.

All in all, both of those cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The E-620 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic FP3 will provide more detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively.