Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZR3

Here is a in depth overview of the Panasonic FP1 versus Panasonic ZR3, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is relatively well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP1 was introduced at a similar time to the ZR3 and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FP1 matches up against the ZR3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP1 comes with outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the FP1 versus the ZR3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FP1 and ZR3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the difference between sensor sizing only by looking at specifications. The visual here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FP1 and ZR3.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic ZR3 to give you extra detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively.