Panasonic FP3 vs Panasonic ZS10

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic FP3 and Panasonic ZS10, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very similar and they come with the exact same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was released 12 months earlier than the ZS10 and they are of a similar age. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the FP3 matches up versus the ZS10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP3 provides outside measurements 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 ZS10 has proportions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view size comparison of the FP3 vs the ZS10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the FP3 and ZS10 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Generally, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reviewing a spec sheet. The image below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FP3 and ZS10.

Clearly, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP and you can expect similar quality of photos though you should really take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged FP3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.