Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic LX3

Here is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic LX3, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the LX3 (10MP) is fairly well matched but the FP1 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") offer totally different sensor size.

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The FP1 was brought out 15 months later than the LX3 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FP1 grades against the LX3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP1 provides physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic LX3 has sizing of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") having a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic LX3 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the FP1 against the LX3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and LX3 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and LX3.

As you can tell, both of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FP1 because of its tinier sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic FP1 will give greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The younger FP1 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.