Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic FZ40

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic FP3 versus Panasonic FZ40, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both built by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the FZ40 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was released 6 months earlier than the FZ40 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FP3 grades against the FZ40 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Panasonic FZ40 Gallery.

When you are going to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP3 features outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FZ40 has proportions of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") having a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP3 versus Panasonic FZ40 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the FP3 versus the FZ40.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FP3 and FZ40 is 95 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes only by going over technical specs. The picture here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FP3 and FZ40.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same megapixels therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs though you will need to consider the production date of the products into consideration.