Panasonic FP1 vs Sony NEX-C3

Following is a in depth review of the Panasonic FP1 vs Sony NEX-C3, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the image resolutions of the FP1 (12MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) and the FP1 (1/2.3") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP1 was launched 19 months earlier than the NEX-C3 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP1 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the FP1 scores versus the NEX-C3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1 & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP1 Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP1 enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Sony NEX-C3 has sizing of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP1 vs Sony NEX-C3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the FP1 versus the NEX-C3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the FP1 and NEX-C3 is 95 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes only by checking specifications. The picture underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FP1 and NEX-C3.

To sum up, both of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FP1 featuring a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony NEX-C3 will give you greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP1 is going to be behind in sensor tech.