Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung SL102

Below is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung SL102, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the FH3 (14MP) and SL102 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was launched 13 months later than the SL102 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FH3 grades against the SL102 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Samsung SL102. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Samsung SL102 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH3 offers physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung SL102 has measurements of 90mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.5" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung SL102 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the FH3 and the SL102.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH3 and SL102 is 94 and 96 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH3 and SL102.

Clearly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic FH3 to offer extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The more recent FH3 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.