Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FP2

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FP2, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and both are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the FP2 (14MP) is fairly well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was revealed at a similar time to the FP2 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving in to a thorough comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the FH3 grades against the FP2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Panasonic FP2 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH3 has outside measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FP2 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).

See the Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FP2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the FH3 vs the FP2.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH3 and FP2 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be tough to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The image here will offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH3 and FP2.

As you can tell, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect similar quality of pictures although you have to factor the production date of the products into consideration.