Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung NX1100

On this page, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FP3 versus Samsung NX1100, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the FP3 (14MP) and NX1100 (20MP) and the FP3 (1/2.3") and NX1100 (APS-C) offer different sensor size.

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The FP3 was released 4 years prior to the NX1100 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX1100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the FP3 grades versus the NX1100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Samsung NX1100. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Samsung NX1100 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP3 comes with external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung NX1100 has proportions of 114mm x 63mm x 37mm (4.5" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 222 grams (0.49 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the FP3 and the NX1100.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP3 and NX1100 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and NX1100.

Clearly, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FP3 because of its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field trickier and the Samsung NX1100 will provide extra detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures more aggressively. The older FP3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.