Panasonic FH3 vs Sigma SD15

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic FH3 and Sigma SD15, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sigma. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the FH3 (14MP) and SD15 (5MP) and the FH3 (1/2.3") and SD15 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The FH3 was unveiled at a similar time to the SD15 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera and the Sigma SD15 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FH3 scores vs the SD15 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 & Sigma SD15. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FH3 Gallery & Sigma SD15 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH3 has physical dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) and the Sigma SD15 has measurements of 144mm x 107mm x 81mm (5.7" x 4.2" x 3.2") with a weight of 750 grams (1.65 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FH3 and Sigma SD15 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FH3 compared to the SD15.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH3 and SD15 is 94 and 59 respectively.

Quite often, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The picture below may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and SD15.

As you can tell, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FH3 with its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FH3 will give you extra detail having an extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively.