Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic GF7

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic GF7, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is relatively close but the FP3 (1/2.3") and GF7 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FP3 was manufactured 6 years earlier than the GF7 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the FP3 grades vs the GF7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP3 provides exterior dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic GF7 has measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic GF7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the FP3 against the GF7.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FP3 and GF7 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching a spec sheet. The image here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP3 and GF7.

As you can see, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FP3 due to its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic GF7 will result in greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged FP3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.