Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung PL120

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung PL120, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the PL120 (14MP) is pretty similar and they feature the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was manufactured 12 months earlier than the PL120 so they are of a similar age. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung PL120 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FH3 scores vs the PL120 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 & Samsung PL120. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH3 Gallery & Samsung PL120 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH3 enjoys external measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung PL120 has proportions of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") and a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung PL120 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FH3 against the PL120.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH3 and PL120 is 94 and 99 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The picture below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH3 and PL120.

Clearly, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the identical MP so you can expect similar quality of files however you need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged FH3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.