Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic ZR3

Let's take a closer look at the Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is relatively close and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FH6 was released 24 months after the ZR3 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before getting into a detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the FH6 scores against the ZR3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FH6 features outer measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") accompanied by a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has specifications of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the FH6 vs the ZR3.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FH6 and ZR3 is 96 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The pic underneath will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FH6 and ZR3.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels so you can expect comparable quality of photos though you might want to factor the launch date of the cameras into account. The more modern FH6 will have a benefit in sensor technology.