Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung GX-1L

Lets look a little more closely at the Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung GX-1L, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the FP3 (14MP) and GX-1L (6MP) and the FP3 (1/2.3") and GX-1L (APS-C) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP3 was revealed 3 years later than the GX-1L and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung GX-1L being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the FP3 matches up against the GX-1L for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Samsung GX-1L. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Samsung GX-1L Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP3 enjoys outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung GX-1L has dimensions of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") having a weight of 570 grams (1.26 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung GX-1L in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the FP3 vs the GX-1L.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FP3 and GX-1L is 95 and 69 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by checking specifications. The graphic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP3 and GX-1L.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FP3 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic FP3 will give you greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more modern FP3 will have a benefit in sensor tech.