Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung PL170
95 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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99 Imaging
39 Features
20 Overall
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Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung PL170 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2010
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 0 - 3200
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 95 x 57 x 19mm
- Released January 2011
Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung PL170 Overview
In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic FP3 versus Samsung PL170, both Ultracompact digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the PL170 (16MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the same exact sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Apple patent reveals improved iPhone camera durabilityThe FP3 was unveiled 12 months before the PL170 so they are both of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short view of how the FP3 grades versus the PL170 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung PL170 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Samsung PL170. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Samsung PL170 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Samsung PL170
FP3 | PL170 | |||
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Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung PL170 over the Panasonic FP3
PL170 | FP3 | |||
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Released | January 2011 | January 2010 | Fresher by 12 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FP3 and Samsung PL170
FP3 | PL170 | |||
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Focus manually | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung PL170 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FP3 comes with exterior 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 PL170 has specifications of 95mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic FP3 versus Samsung PL170 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the FP3 and the PL170.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and PL170 is 95 and 99 respectively.
Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung PL170 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to imagine the gap between sensor sizing simply by looking at specifications. The photograph here will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FP3 and PL170.
Plainly, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Samsung PL170 to give extra detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The older FP3 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung PL170 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Samsung PL170 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Samsung PL170 |
Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | () |
Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 8 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 seconds | 1/2000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 5.0 frames per sec | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | Motion JPEG | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | none |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 155 gr (0.34 lbs) | - |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 95 x 57 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | - |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail price | $182 | $175 |