Panasonic FH3 vs Sony TF1

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic FH3 vs Sony TF1, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Waterproof by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the TF1 (16MP) is relatively close and both cameras have the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was launched 4 years earlier than the TF1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FH3 grades versus the TF1 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TF1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Sony TF1 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH3 comes with outside dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) while the Sony TF1 has sizing of 102mm x 62mm x 23mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH3 vs Sony TF1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FH3 compared to the TF1.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FH3 and TF1 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Normally, its difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and TF1.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size albeit not the same MP. You should count on the Sony TF1 to render extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged FH3 will be behind in sensor tech.