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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZR3

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
17
Overall
29
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3 front
Portability
94
Imaging
37
Features
26
Overall
32

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZR3 Key Specs

Panasonic FP2
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 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
  • Released January 2010
Panasonic ZR3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-200mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 159g - 98 x 55 x 26mm
  • Launched January 2010
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-ZX3
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZR3 Overview

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZR3, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP2 (14MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is very well matched and both cameras have the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP2 was manufactured around the same time to the ZR3 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FP2 scores vs the ZR3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Panasonic ZR3

 FP2 ZR3 

Reasons to pick Panasonic ZR3 over the Panasonic FP2

 ZR3 FP2 

Common features in the Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic ZR3

 FP2 ZR3 
LaunchedJanuary 2010January 2010Similar generation
Manual focus Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display dimensions2.7"2.7"Equal display measurements
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither contains selfie screen
Touch display Neither contains Touch display

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZR3 Physical Comparison

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP2 has got physical 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 ZR3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the FP2 compared to the ZR3.

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZR3 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the FP2 and ZR3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZR3 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZR3 Sensor Comparison

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at technical specs. The visual below should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP2 and ZR3.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact megapixels so you should expect similar quality of photographs however you will want to consider the production date of the products into consideration.

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZR3 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZR3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Portrait photography advice
Panasonic ZR3 Portrait photography advice
28
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
no external flash support
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
28
megapixel count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual exposure not possible
cannot use external flash
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FP2 as a Street photography camera
Panasonic ZR3 as a Street photography camera
55
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
heavier than competitors in class (151g)
57
image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Sports photography factors
Panasonic ZR3 Sports photography factors
35
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
continuous shooting slow (5.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have phase detect AF
37
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
features tracking focus
low maximum shutter speed (1/1,300s)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 fps)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Travel photography highlights
Panasonic ZR3 Travel photography highlights
56
decent MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
heavier than competitors in class (151g)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
65
megapixel count good (14MP)
has built in flash
decently wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse function
does not have a selfie friendly display
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
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Landscape Comparison

Panasonic FP2 as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic ZR3 as a Landscape photography camera
33
image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
tiny screen (2.7 inch)
no manual control
small sensor (1/2.3")
doesn't have RAW support
doesn't have Time Lapse mode
37
decently wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count good (14MP)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
small screen (2.7")
manual exposure not possible
small sensor (1/2.3")
lack of RAW support
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FP2 Vlogging details
Panasonic ZR3 Vlogging details
25
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (35mm)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't posses selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
doesn't have external mic socket
heavier than competitors in class (151g)
29
decently wide (25mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not have a selfie friendly display
video resolution low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic support
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Panasonic FP2 vs Panasonic ZR3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FP2 and Panasonic ZR3
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3
General Information
Brand Name Panasonic Panasonic
Model type Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3
Also called as - Lumix DMC-ZX3
Type Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Released 2010-01-06 2010-01-26
Physical type Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Venus Engine IV Venus Engine HD II
Sensor type CCD CCD
Sensor size 1/2.3" 1/2.3"
Sensor dimensions 6.08 x 4.56mm 6.08 x 4.56mm
Sensor surface area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14 megapixel 14 megapixel
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4320 x 3240
Maximum native ISO 6400 6400
Minimum native ISO 80 80
RAW images
Autofocusing
Focus manually
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
Tracking AF
AF selectice
Center weighted AF
Multi area AF
Live view AF
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Total focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens mount type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens zoom range 35-140mm (4.0x) 25-200mm (8.0x)
Highest aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/3.3-5.9
Macro focusing distance 10cm 3cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Display type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Display sizing 2.7 inch 2.7 inch
Display resolution 230k dots 230k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type None None
Features
Minimum shutter speed 60s 60s
Fastest shutter speed 1/1600s 1/1300s
Continuous shutter rate 5.0 frames per second 2.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Change WB
Image stabilization
Inbuilt flash
Flash distance 4.90 m 5.30 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro
Hot shoe
Auto exposure bracketing
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 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)
Maximum video resolution 1280x720 1280x720
Video data format Motion JPEG AVCHD Lite
Mic support
Headphone support
Connectivity
Wireless None None
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 151 gr (0.33 pounds) 159 gr (0.35 pounds)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") 98 x 55 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0")
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 shooting
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Card slots One One
Pricing at release $80 $280