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Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic FX580

Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 front
Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
29
Overall
32

Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic FX580 Key Specs

Panasonic FP3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2010
Panasonic FX580
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 1600 (Boost to 6400)
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
  • 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
  • Announced January 2009
  • Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FX550
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Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic FX580 Overview

Here is a extended assessment of the Panasonic FP3 versus Panasonic FX580, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the FX580 (12MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was launched 12 months later than the FX580 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FX580 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the FP3 scores vs the FX580 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Panasonic FX580

 FP3 FX580 
AnnouncedJanuary 2010January 2009Fresher by 12 months
Touch display Easily navigate

Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Panasonic FP3

 FX580 FP3 

Common features in the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic FX580

 FP3 FX580 
Focus manually Lack of manual focusing
Display typeFixed Fixed Fixed display
Display size3"3"Same display measurement
Display resolution230k230kThe same display resolution
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic FX580 Physical Comparison

If you're looking to carry your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FP3 features exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FX580 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FP3 versus Panasonic FX580 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the FP3 compared to the FX580.

Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic FX580 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the FP3 and FX580 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic FX580 top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic FX580 Sensor Comparison

Usually, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing simply by checking out technical specs. The photograph here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP3 and FX580.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but not the same resolution. You should anticipate the Panasonic FP3 to provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The younger FP3 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.

Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic FX580 sensor size comparison

Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic FX580 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Panasonic FP3
Portrait photography with Panasonic FX580
28
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
no manual control
no external flash support
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
26
provides face detect focusing
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
external flash not possible
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FP3 Street photography features
Panasonic FX580 Street photography features
60
has image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus via touch
screen is fixed
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
more heavy than others in class (155 grams)
57
has image stabilization (Optical)
fixed screen
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
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Sports Comparison

Panasonic FP3 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FX580 as a Sports photography camera
35
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14MP)
max fps low (5.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority mode
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
27
has image stabilization (Optical)
painfully slow continuous shooting (2.0 frames per second)
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FP3 Travel photography details
Panasonic FX580 Travel photography details
60
includes focus via touch
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
built-in flash
missing Timelapse recording
more heavy than others in class (155 grams)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
58
built-in flash
pretty wide (25mm)
does not have Time Lapse recording
low megapixels (12MP)
screen isn't selfie friendly
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic FP3
Landscape photography with Panasonic FX580
37
screen size is good (3 inch)
has image stabilization (Optical)
resolution is good (14 megapixels)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
37
pretty wide (25mm)
pretty good screen size (3")
has image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
cannot switch lenses (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
lack of manual exposure
low megapixels (12 megapixels)
small sensor size (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison

Panasonic FP3 Vlogging details
Panasonic FX580 Vlogging details
27
screen is touchscreen
has image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not the best (35mm)
sluggish maximum aperture (f3.5)
doesn't have selfie friendly display
low quality video (1280 x 720 resolution)
missing microphone jack
more heavy than others in class (155 grams)
31
pretty wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
provides face detect focusing
sluggish max aperture (f2.8)
screen isn't selfie friendly
video resolution low (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have mic jack
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Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic FX580 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic FX580
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580
General Information
Manufacturer Panasonic Panasonic
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580
Also called as - Lumix DMC-FX550
Class Ultracompact Small Sensor Compact
Introduced 2010-01-06 2009-01-27
Body design Ultracompact Compact
Sensor Information
Processor Venus Engine IV -
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 area 27.7mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 14MP 12MP
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2
Highest Possible resolution 4320 x 3240 4000 x 3000
Maximum native ISO 6400 1600
Maximum enhanced ISO - 6400
Min native ISO 80 80
RAW data
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Autofocus selectice
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Live view autofocus
Face detection focus
Contract detection focus
Phase detection focus
Number of focus points 9 11
Lens
Lens mounting type fixed lens fixed lens
Lens focal range 35-140mm (4.0x) 25-125mm (5.0x)
Maximum aperture f/3.5-5.9 f/2.8-5.9
Macro focus distance 10cm 5cm
Crop factor 5.9 5.9
Screen
Screen type Fixed Type Fixed Type
Screen sizing 3 inches 3 inches
Resolution of screen 230k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch screen
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 speed 5.0 frames/s 2.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Custom white balance
Image stabilization
Built-in flash
Flash range 4.90 m 6.00 m
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync
External flash
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment metering
Average metering
Spot metering
Partial metering
AF area metering
Center weighted metering
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 format Motion JPEG Motion JPEG
Mic input
Headphone input
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 seal
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 155 gr (0.34 lb) 167 gr (0.37 lb)
Physical dimensions 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9")
DXO scores
DXO Overall score not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth score not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range score not tested not tested
DXO Low light score not tested not tested
Other
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse feature
Type of storage SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal
Storage slots 1 1
Price at release $182 $499