Panasonic FH3 vs Samsung WB750

In this article, we will be looking at the Panasonic FH3 and Samsung WB750, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the WB750 (13MP) is pretty comparable and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was announced 20 months earlier than the WB750 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before we go through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FH3 grades against the WB750 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Samsung WB750. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Samsung WB750 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH3 comes with physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Samsung WB750 has sizing of 105mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH3 and Samsung WB750 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the FH3 vs the WB750.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH3 and WB750 is 94 and 93 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing a spec sheet. The picture underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and WB750.

Clearly, both the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FH3 to provide extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged FH3 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.