Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FP1

Lets look a little more closely at the Panasonic FH3 and Panasonic FP1, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and both are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the FP1 (12MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was brought out at a similar time to the FP1 which means that they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FH3 scores against the FP1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Panasonic FP1 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH3 provides exterior dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP1 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH3 and Panasonic FP1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FH3 versus the FP1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH3 and FP1 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by checking technical specs. The graphic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and FP1.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH3 to resolve extra detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics a good deal more aggressively.