Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung NX30

The following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic FP3 versus Samsung NX30, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the FP3 (14MP) and NX30 (20MP) and the FP3 (1/2.3") and NX30 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP3 was revealed 5 years earlier than the NX30 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FP3 matches up against the NX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Samsung NX30. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Samsung NX30 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to travel with your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP3 enjoys outside 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) and the Samsung NX30 has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") having a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the FP3 against the NX30.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP3 and NX30 is 95 and 75 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through a spec sheet. The image below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and NX30.

Clearly, both the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FP3 with its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX30 will provide you with more detail because of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP3 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.