Panasonic FP3 vs Sony A7

In this article, we will be evaluating the Panasonic FP3 versus Sony A7, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the FP3 (14MP) and A7 (24MP) and the FP3 (1/2.3") and A7 (Full frame) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The FP3 was announced 5 years prior to the A7 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a brief overview of how the FP3 scores vs the A7 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Sony Alpha A7. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Sony A7 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP3 comes with outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony A7 has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 474 grams (1.04 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP3 versus Sony A7 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view scale comparison of the FP3 compared to the A7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and A7 is 95 and 78 respectively.

In many cases, it is very tough to see the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FP3 and A7.

As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FP3 using its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more difficult and the Sony A7 will provide extra detail with its extra 10MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The older FP3 will be behind in sensor innovation.