Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic LS5

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic FP3 versus Panasonic LS5, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are sold by Panasonic. The resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is very comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was revealed 18 months before the LS5 making them a generation apart from one another. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FP3 matches up against the LS5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FP3 provides external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has specifications of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") and a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the FP3 and the LS5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and LS5 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to picture the difference in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The visual below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and LS5.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the identical MP so you can expect comparable quality of photos although you have to take the age of the cameras into account. The older FP3 will be behind in sensor innovation.