Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung PL200

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic FH3 and Samsung PL200, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The image resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the PL200 (14MP) is very comparable and they feature the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was manufactured 6 months before the PL200 so they are of a similar generation. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FH3 scores versus the PL200 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Samsung PL200. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Samsung PL200 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH3 features outside dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Samsung PL200 has proportions of 100mm x 60mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 170 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FH3 and Samsung PL200 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view dimensions comparison of the FH3 against the PL200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FH3 and PL200 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions only by going through specs. The picture below will help give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and PL200.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of files however you may want to factor the production date of the cameras into account.