Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic FH3
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35 Features
17 Overall
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94 Imaging
36 Features
21 Overall
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Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic FH3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Released January 2010
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS10
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 165g - 98 x 55 x 24mm
- Announced January 2010
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FS11
Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic FH3 Overview
On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FH1 versus Panasonic FH3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH1 (12MP) and the FH3 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras posses the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FH1 was introduced very close to the FH3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).
Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise summation of how the FH1 matches up versus the FH3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic FH3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH1 Gallery and Panasonic FH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Panasonic FH3
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Reasons to pick Panasonic FH3 over the Panasonic FH1
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Common features in the Panasonic FH1 and Panasonic FH3
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Announced | January 2010 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Focus manually | Lack of manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 2.7" | 2.7" | Equal screen measurement | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Exact same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Missing Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic FH3 Physical Comparison
In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH1 features outer dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs).
See the Panasonic FH1 versus Panasonic FH3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH1 compared to the FH3.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FH1 and FH3 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic FH3 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH1 and FH3.
All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should expect the Panasonic FH3 to give greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures more aggressively.
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Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic FH3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 |
Alternative name | Lumix DMC-FS10 | Lumix DMC-FS11 |
Category | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 28-140mm (5.0x) | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | f/2.8-6.9 | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | 5cm | 5cm |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 6.0 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.80 m | 6.80 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 163g (0.36 lb) | 165g (0.36 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 98 x 55 x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $150 | $160 |