Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax XG-1

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FP3 vs Pentax XG-1, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the XG-1 (16MP) is fairly close and they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was introduced 5 years prior to the XG-1 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Pentax XG-1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the FP3 grades vs the XG-1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Pentax XG-1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Pentax XG-1 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP3 features physical 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) while the Pentax XG-1 has measurements of 119mm x 89mm x 98mm (4.7" x 3.5" x 3.9") accompanied by a weight of 567 grams (1.25 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view scale comparison of the FP3 and the XG-1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP3 and XG-1 is 95 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by researching specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the FP3 and XG-1.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Pentax XG-1 to result in more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more aged FP3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.