Panasonic FH3 vs Sony TX30

Here is a detailed review of the Panasonic FH3 vs Sony TX30, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the FH3 (14MP) and TX30 (18MP) but both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was brought out 4 years prior to the TX30 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera and the Sony TX30 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick view of how the FH3 grades versus the TX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX30. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Sony TX30 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera regularly, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH3 offers outside measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony TX30 has sizing of 96mm x 59mm x 15mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FH3 vs Sony TX30 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FH3 against the TX30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH3 and TX30 is 94 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to picture the gap in sensor sizing just by seeing specs. The photograph below might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH3 and TX30.

All in all, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should anticipate the Sony TX30 to produce extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The older FH3 will be behind in sensor technology.