Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic FZ300

Its time to take a deeper look at the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic FZ300, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the FZ300 (12MP) is very similar and they possess the same exact sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was brought out 6 years earlier than the FZ300 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick view of how the FP3 scores vs the FZ300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera often, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP3 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ300 has dimensions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic FZ300 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the FP3 and the FZ300.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and FZ300 is 95 and 59 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The photograph underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and FZ300.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same resolution. You should expect to see the Panasonic FP3 to offer more detail having its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a little more aggressively. The older FP3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.