Panasonic FH3 vs Panasonic FZ40

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FH3 versus Panasonic FZ40, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was brought out 6 months prior to the FZ40 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple view of how the FH3 grades versus the FZ40 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FH3 provides outer 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 FZ40 has specifications of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH3 versus Panasonic FZ40 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the FH3 vs the FZ40.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FH3 and FZ40 is 94 and 68 respectively.

Often, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing merely by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH3 and FZ40.

Clearly, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same resolution therefore you should expect comparable quality of photographs however you should really take the release date of the cameras into account.