Panasonic FH1 vs Panasonic FH3

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").

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.