Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic S3

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and they are both produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH10 (16MP) and the S3 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was unveiled 2 years later than the S3 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FH10 scores against the S3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH10 Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH10 has got outer dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) while the Panasonic S3 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic S3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH10 vs the S3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH10 and S3 is 97 and 96 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching a spec sheet. The photograph below may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH10 and S3.

Clearly, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit different resolution. You can count on the Panasonic FH10 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more modern FH10 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.