Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic GF2

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic GF2, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the GF2 (12MP) is very close but the FP3 (1/2.3") and GF2 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.

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The FP3 was introduced 13 months prior to the GF2 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FP3 matches up vs the GF2 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP3 enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF2 has measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FP3 and the GF2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and GF2 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to envision the contrast in sensor measurements only by looking through a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP3 and GF2.

As you can see, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FP3 with its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic FP3 will render extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The older FP3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.