Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic G10
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Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic G10 Key Specs
(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
- Revealed January 2010
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 388g - 124 x 90 x 74mm
- Revealed August 2010
Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic G10 Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic G10, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the G10 (12MP) is pretty close but the FP3 (1/2.3") and G10 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FP3 was introduced 7 months prior to the G10 so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before we go right into a full comparison, here is a quick view of how the FP3 scores vs the G10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic G10 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Panasonic G10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Panasonic G10
FP3 | G10 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G10 over the Panasonic FP3
G10 | FP3 | |||
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Revealed | August 2010 | January 2010 | Fresher by 7 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic G10
FP3 | G10 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic G10 Physical Comparison
When you are aiming to carry your camera often, you need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP3 enjoys exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Panasonic G10 has sizing of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic G10 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FP3 and the G10.
Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and G10 is 95 and 72 respectively.
Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic G10 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing merely by looking through specs. The photograph underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and G10.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FP3 using its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh harder and the Panasonic FP3 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a bit more aggressively. The older FP3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.
Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic G10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic G10 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 |
Class | Ultracompact | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2010-01-06 | 2010-08-09 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | CCD | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 27.7mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
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 | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | - |
Max aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 202 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.52x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1600s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 3.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | - | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 11.00 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 file format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 155 gr (0.34 lbs) | 388 gr (0.86 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 124 x 90 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 411 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 380 pictures |
Battery type | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Pricing at launch | $182 | $550 |