Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung NX100

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic FP3 and Samsung NX100, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The sensor resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the NX100 (15MP) is fairly comparable but the FP3 (1/2.3") and NX100 (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The FP3 was manufactured 8 months earlier than the NX100 so they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FP3 grades vs the NX100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Samsung NX100. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Samsung NX100 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP3 has outside dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX100 has proportions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") along with a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FP3 and Samsung NX100 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the FP3 and the NX100.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and NX100 is 95 and 88 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by going through specifications. The pic underneath might give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP3 and NX100.

To sum up, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FP3 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Samsung NX100 will show extra detail due to its extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more aged FP3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.