Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic FZ28

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic FZ28, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the FP3 (14MP) and FZ28 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was introduced 12 months later than the FZ28 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera.

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the FP3 matches up vs the FZ28 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Panasonic FZ28 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry your camera, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP3 offers physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ28 has dimensions of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") and a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is the front view dimension comparison of the FP3 vs the FZ28.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP3 and FZ28 is 95 and 72 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching technical specs. The graphic underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and FZ28.

As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic FP3 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer FP3 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.