Panasonic FH3 vs Sony WX150

Below is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic FH3 vs Sony WX150, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the FH3 (14MP) and WX150 (18MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was released 3 years before the WX150 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summation of how the FH3 grades versus the WX150 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX150. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Sony WX150 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FH3 features outer measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony WX150 has sizing of 95mm x 56mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH3 vs Sony WX150 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the FH3 compared to the WX150.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH3 and WX150 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Normally, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph here will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH3 and WX150.

Clearly, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different resolution. You should count on the Sony WX150 to show more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The older FH3 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.