Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic ZR3

Lets take a closer look at the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic ZR3, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is pretty well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was unveiled around the same time to the ZR3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FP3 scores vs the ZR3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera, you will want to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP3 enjoys exterior 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) while the Panasonic ZR3 has sizing of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FP3 and the ZR3.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP3 and ZR3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP3 and ZR3.

As you can see, both of these cameras feature the identical sensor size and the identical megapixels therefore you can expect similar quality of files although you will need to take the launch date of the products into consideration.