Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung ST65
95 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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99 Imaging
37 Features
19 Overall
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Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung ST65 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
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 0 - 0
- 1280 x 720 video
- ()mm (F) lens
- n/ag - 92 x 53 x 17mm
- Introduced January 2011
Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung ST65 Overview
The following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic FP3 and Samsung ST65, both Ultracompact digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the ST65 (14MP) is relatively similar and they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Fujifilm accuses Eastman Kodak of patent violation in new lawsuitThe FP3 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the ST65 so they are of a similar generation. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple view of how the FP3 grades vs the ST65 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung ST65 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Samsung ST65. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Samsung ST65 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Samsung ST65
FP3 | ST65 | |||
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Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Samsung ST65 over the Panasonic FP3
ST65 | FP3 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | January 2010 | Newer by 12 months | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 230k | Clearer screen (+230k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic FP3 and Samsung ST65
FP3 | ST65 | |||
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Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen sizing | |
Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung ST65 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP3 enjoys physical dimensions 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 ST65 has sizing of 92mm x 53mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).
Look at the Panasonic FP3 and Samsung ST65 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the FP3 vs the ST65.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and ST65 is 95 and 99 respectively.
Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung ST65 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by going over specs. The pic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP3 and ST65.
As you can plainly see, each of these cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution so you should expect similar quality of pictures although you should take the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged FP3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung ST65 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Samsung ST65 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Samsung |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Samsung ST65 |
Class | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-19 |
Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.16 x 4.62mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | - |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 9 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | () |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | - |
Macro focus distance | 10cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 230 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
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 | 5.0fps | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 4.90 m | - |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | - |
External flash | ||
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 | - |
Microphone 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 grams (0.34 pounds) | - |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 92 x 53 x 17mm (3.6" x 2.1" 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 recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | - |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail price | $182 | $130 |