Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic S3

Let's look a bit more closely at the Panasonic FH6 versus Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and they are both designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the S3 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras have the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was brought out 13 months after the S3 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FH6 matches up against the S3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FH6 comes with exterior measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic S3 has measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FH6 versus Panasonic S3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the FH6 and the S3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FH6 and S3 is 96 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The picture underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FH6 and S3.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of photographs however you should take the age of the products into consideration. The fresher FH6 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.