Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung ST100

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FH3 and Samsung ST100, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the ST100 (14MP) is pretty close and they use the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was launched at a similar time to the ST100 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera and the Samsung ST100 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the FH3 scores vs the ST100 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Samsung ST100. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Samsung ST100 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera, you should factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH3 enjoys external dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Samsung ST100 has measurements of 100mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH3 and Samsung ST100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the FH3 vs the ST100.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH3 and ST100 is 94 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The graphic here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and ST100.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same resolution so you should expect comparable quality of photographs though you would want to take the production date of the cameras into account.