Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic GF6

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FP3 versus Panasonic GF6, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the GF6 (16MP) is relatively close but the FP3 (1/2.3") and GF6 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FP3 was announced 4 years before the GF6 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FP3 matches up vs the GF6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

When you are planning to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FP3 has external 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) and the Panasonic GF6 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP3 versus Panasonic GF6 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the FP3 and the GF6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and GF6 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The visual below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FP3 and GF6.

Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FP3 having a smaller sensor will make getting shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic GF6 will render greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older FP3 will be behind in sensor tech.