Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic SZ1

Here, we will be looking at the Panasonic FP3 versus Panasonic SZ1, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the SZ1 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was revealed 24 months before the SZ1 which makes them a generation away from one another. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic SZ1 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a short introduction of how the FP3 matches up vs the SZ1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ1. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Panasonic SZ1 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FP3 comes with physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic SZ1 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 131 grams (0.29 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FP3 versus Panasonic SZ1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the FP3 vs the SZ1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP3 and SZ1 is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The image here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FP3 and SZ1.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic SZ1 to deliver more detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.