Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic G5

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic G5, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the G5 (16MP) is pretty similar but the FP3 (1/2.3") and G5 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizing.

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The FP3 was manufactured 3 years prior to the G5 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a detailed comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the FP3 grades vs the G5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Panasonic G5 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP3 comes with 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) whilst the Panasonic G5 has measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic G5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view scale comparison of the FP3 versus the G5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP3 and G5 is 95 and 74 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The image here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and G5.

As you can see, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FP3 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic G5 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged FP3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.