Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZS3
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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Announced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-300mm (F3.3-4.9) lens
- 229g - 103 x 60 x 33mm
- Revealed May 2009
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ7
Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Overview
Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic ZS3, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP1 (12MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is relatively close and they use the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe FP1 was revealed 8 months later than the ZS3 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.
Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise view of how the FP1 scores versus the ZS3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP1 over the Panasonic ZS3
FP1 | ZS3 | |||
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Revealed | January 2010 | May 2009 | Fresher by 8 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS3 over the Panasonic FP1
ZS3 | FP1 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Sharper screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic ZS3
FP1 | ZS3 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Neither features Touch screen |
Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FP1 enjoys outer dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FP1 and Panasonic ZS3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the FP1 versus the ZS3.
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and ZS3 is 95 and 91 respectively.
Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by researching technical specs. The photograph here should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP1 and ZS3.
As you can tell, the two cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You should count on the Panasonic FP1 to provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The more modern FP1 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FP1 vs Panasonic ZS3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ7 |
Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2010-01-06 | 2009-05-14 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-300mm (12.0x) |
Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.3-4.9 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 3cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 2.7 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 230k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 6.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m (Auto ISO) | 5.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | AVCHD Lite |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 151 grams (0.33 lb) | 229 grams (0.50 lb) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 103 x 60 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $153 | $200 |