Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung NX300M

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FP3 and Samsung NX300M, former is a Ultracompact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the FP3 (14MP) and NX300M (20MP) and the FP3 (1/2.3") and NX300M (APS-C) have different sensor dimensions.

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The FP3 was unveiled 4 years before the NX300M which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX300M being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief summary of how the FP3 grades vs the NX300M when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Samsung NX300M. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Samsung NX300M Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP3 has got physical dimensions 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 NX300M has measurements of 122mm x 64mm x 41mm (4.8" x 2.5" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 331 grams (0.73 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP3 and Samsung NX300M in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FP3 against the NX300M.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and NX300M is 95 and 86 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by looking through specs. The image below might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP3 and NX300M.

All in all, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FP3 with its smaller sensor is going to make getting bokeh more challenging and the Samsung NX300M will provide you with extra detail having an extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged FP3 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.