Panasonic FH3 vs Sony WX300

On this page, we will be comparing the Panasonic FH3 vs Sony WX300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the FH3 (14MP) and WX300 (18MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH3 was brought out 4 years before the WX300 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FH3 scores against the WX300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH3 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FH3 comes with outside dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Sony WX300 has specifications of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FH3 vs Sony WX300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the FH3 against the WX300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FH3 and WX300 is 94 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out specifications. The pic here may provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH3 and WX300.

Plainly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same resolution. You should expect the Sony WX300 to produce extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged FH3 will be behind in sensor innovation.