Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic LX3

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic LX3, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the FP2 (14MP) and LX3 (10MP) and the FP2 (1/2.3") and LX3 (1/1.63") posses different sensor measurements.

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The FP2 was announced 15 months later than the LX3 which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LX3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple summary of how the FP2 scores against the LX3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP2 Gallery and Panasonic LX3 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP2 provides external 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) whilst the Panasonic LX3 has sizing of 109mm x 60mm x 27mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 265 grams (0.58 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic LX3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the FP2 and the LX3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and LX3 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Typically, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specifications. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and LX3.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FP2 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic FP2 will give more detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots way more aggressively. The fresher FP2 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.