Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung GX-1S

Following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung GX-1S, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Advanced DSLR by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the FP3 (14MP) and GX-1S (6MP) and the FP3 (1/2.3") and GX-1S (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP3 was manufactured 4 years after the GX-1S which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung GX-1S being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FP3 grades versus the GX-1S when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Samsung GX-1S. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Samsung GX-1S Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP3 offers outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Samsung GX-1S has sizing of 125mm x 93mm x 66mm (4.9" x 3.7" x 2.6") accompanied by a weight of 605 grams (1.33 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung GX-1S in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the FP3 versus the GX-1S.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and GX-1S is 95 and 68 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizes only by going through specifications. The picture here should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP3 and GX-1S.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FP3 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic FP3 will produce greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer FP3 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.