Panasonic FH5 vs Panasonic FP3

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic FH5 versus Panasonic FP3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Ultracompact and both are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH5 (16MP) and the FP3 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras boast the same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FH5 was introduced 13 months later than the FP3 making them a generation apart from each other. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise view of how the FH5 matches up versus the FP3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FH5 Gallery and Panasonic FP3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH5 enjoys external measurements of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Panasonic FP3 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH5 versus Panasonic FP3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the FH5 and the FP3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FH5 and FP3 is 96 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, its hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements just by looking at specs. The photograph underneath might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FH5 and FP3.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FH5 to give you more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The younger FH5 provides an edge in sensor innovation.