Panasonic FH3 vs Sony HX100V

On this page, we are comparing the Panasonic FH3 and Sony HX100V, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the HX100V (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was brought out 21 months prior to the HX100V making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX100V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a short overview of how the FH3 scores versus the HX100V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX100V. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Sony HX100V Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH3 has outside 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 Sony HX100V has sizing of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 577 grams (1.27 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FH3 and Sony HX100V in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FH3 compared to the HX100V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FH3 and HX100V is 94 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor dimensions only by seeing specifications. The pic here may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH3 and HX100V.

Plainly, both of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Sony HX100V to produce more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged FH3 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.