Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic S3

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic S3, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the S3 (14MP) is very similar and both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was introduced 12 months before the S3 and they are of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic S3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the FP3 matches up against the S3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Panasonic S3 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP3 provides outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic S3 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") and a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic S3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FP3 versus the S3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FP3 and S3 is 95 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading specs. The picture underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and S3.

All in all, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions and the exact same megapixels and you can expect similar quality of pictures but you would want to factor the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged FP3 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.