Panasonic FP3 vs Samsung ST6500

Following is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic FP3 versus Samsung ST6500, both Ultracompact cameras by companies Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the ST6500 (16MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was unveiled 12 months earlier than the ST6500 and they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a full comparison, here is a brief overview of how the FP3 matches up versus the ST6500 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Samsung ST6500. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Samsung ST6500 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic FP3 has got external measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Samsung ST6500 has specifications of 102mm x 57mm x 19mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of n/a grams (0.00 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the FP3 compared to the ST6500.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP3 and ST6500 is 95 and 99 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The image here may provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and ST6500.

As you can see, both of those cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Samsung ST6500 to result in more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots more aggressively. The more aged FP3 will be disadvantaged in sensor tech.