Panasonic S5 vs Panasonic FP3

Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic FP3, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact and both of them are built by Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the S5 (24MP) and FP3 (14MP) and the S5 (Full frame) and FP3 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The S5 was introduced 10 years later than the FP3 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic S5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going right into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the S5 matches up versus the FP3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-S5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic S5 Gallery and Panasonic FP3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic S5 provides outer measurements of 133mm x 97mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.8" x 3.2") with a weight of 714 grams (1.57 lbs) and the Panasonic FP3 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic S5 and Panasonic FP3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the S5 against the FP3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the S5 and FP3 is 60 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the S5 and FP3.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The S5 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic S5 will render greater detail using its extra 10MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images way more aggressively. The fresher S5 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.