Panasonic FH3 vs Sony W380

In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic FH3 vs Sony W380, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the W380 (14MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was launched about the same time to the W380 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FH3 being a Compact camera and the Sony W380 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before diving through a thorough comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FH3 grades against the W380 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W380. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Sony W380 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH3 enjoys external measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony W380 has proportions of 91mm x 52mm x 20mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH3 vs Sony W380 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the FH3 compared to the W380.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FH3 and W380 is 94 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizes purely by looking at specifications. The pic here will help give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FH3 and W380.

To sum up, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same exact MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photos though you should always take the release date of the products into consideration.