Panasonic FH10 vs Panasonic ZS3

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic ZS3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the FH10 (16MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FH10 was released 3 years after the ZS3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FH10 grades vs the ZS3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH10 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH10 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH10 has got outside measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH10 and Panasonic ZS3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FH10 against the ZS3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FH10 and ZS3 is 97 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FH10 and ZS3.

Plainly, each of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH10 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more modern FH10 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.