Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic GH3

Here is a detailed review of the Panasonic FP3 versus Panasonic GH3, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the GH3 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the FP3 (1/2.3") and GH3 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor measurements.

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The FP3 was revealed 3 years prior to the GH3 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GH3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FP3 scores vs the GH3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Panasonic GH3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP3 provides outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH3 has measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP3 versus Panasonic GH3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FP3 against the GH3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP3 and GH3 is 95 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizing simply by seeing specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP3 and GH3.

Plainly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FP3 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh tougher and the Panasonic GH3 will provide greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The older FP3 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.