Panasonic FH3 vs Sony WX5

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic FH3 vs Sony WX5, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FH3 (14MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is very well matched and they feature the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FH3 was introduced 6 months prior to the WX5 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summation of how the FH3 matches up vs the WX5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH3 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH3 comes with outer dimensions 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 WX5 has measurements of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

See the Panasonic FH3 vs Sony WX5 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Below is the front view size comparison of the FH3 and the WX5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FH3 and WX5 is 94 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by reading through technical specs. The image here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FH3 and WX5.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic FH3 to resolve greater detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images somewhat more aggressively.