Olympus SP-820UZ vs Panasonic FP3

Let's take a closer look at the Olympus SP-820UZ and Panasonic FP3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SP-820UZ (14MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is relatively close and they come with the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The SP-820UZ was released 2 years later than the FP3 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus SP-820UZ being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short introduction of how the SP-820UZ grades vs the FP3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Olympus Stylus SP-820UZ and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The complete galleries are provided at Olympus SP-820UZ Gallery and Panasonic FP3 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SP-820UZ has outside measurements of 117mm x 78mm x 93mm (4.6" x 3.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 485 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Panasonic FP3 has dimensions 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 SP-820UZ and Panasonic FP3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the SP-820UZ compared to the FP3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the SP-820UZ and FP3 is 69 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements just by looking through technical specs. The graphic below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the SP-820UZ and FP3.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of pictures though you will want to take the release date of the cameras into account. The newer SP-820UZ provides a benefit in sensor innovation.