Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic FP1

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic 3D1 and Panasonic FP1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact and both are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 3D1 was introduced 23 months later than the FP1 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the 3D1 grades versus the FP1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic 3D1 has got physical dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic FP1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the 3D1 against the FP1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and FP1 is 93 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements only by looking through specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and FP1.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the identical resolution so you should expect comparable quality of images but you would want to consider the release date of the cameras into account. The fresher 3D1 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.