Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FP3

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic FP3, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. There is a large difference between the resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and FP3 (14MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and FP3 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The G9 was unveiled 7 years later than the FP3 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a simple overview of how the G9 matches up vs the FP3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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For those who are intending to carry your camera, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic G9 has outside measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Panasonic FP3 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the G9 versus the FP3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and FP3 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to envision the gap between sensor sizing purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 and FP3.

As you can see, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G9 having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic G9 will offer extra detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs much more aggressively. The newer G9 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.