Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic TS4

Below is a complete comparison of the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic TS4, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Waterproof and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the TS4 (12MP) is very similar and both cameras boast the identical sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was introduced 3 years before the TS4 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic TS4 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FP3 scores against the TS4 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS4. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Panasonic TS4 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera, you have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP3 provides outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Panasonic TS4 has sizing of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") having a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic TS4 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the FP3 against the TS4.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and TS4 is 95 and 92 respectively.

Generally, it's hard to picture the gap between sensor measurements purely by going over technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP3 and TS4.

As you can tell, both cameras feature the identical sensor size but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic FP3 to deliver extra detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older FP3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.