Panasonic FP3 vs Sigma SD9

On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FP3 versus Sigma SD9, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sigma. There is a considerable difference among the resolutions of the FP3 (14MP) and SD9 (3MP) and the FP3 (1/2.3") and SD9 (APS-C) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The FP3 was manufactured 7 years later than the SD9 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sigma SD9 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the FP3 grades versus the SD9 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Sigma SD9. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Sigma SD9 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera often, you need to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FP3 enjoys external dimensions 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 Sigma SD9 has specifications of 152mm x 120mm x 79mm (6.0" x 4.7" x 3.1") along with a weight of 950 grams (2.09 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic FP3 versus Sigma SD9 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FP3 versus the SD9.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the FP3 and SD9 is 95 and 54 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The visual below should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP3 and SD9.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FP3 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic FP3 will provide you with extra detail due to its extra 11MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The fresher FP3 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.