Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic TS10

The following is a complete assessment of the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic TS10, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Waterproof and both are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the TS10 (14MP) is pretty close and both cameras boast the same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was revealed at a similar time to the TS10 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS10 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FP3 scores vs the TS10 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Panasonic TS10 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP3 comes with outer measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Panasonic TS10 has proportions of 99mm x 63mm x 24mm (3.9" x 2.5" x 0.9") having a weight of 188 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic TS10 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FP3 versus the TS10.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and TS10 is 95 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through specifications. The picture here will help provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP3 and TS10.

To sum up, both of those cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the exact same MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos although you should always factor the production date of the cameras into account.