Panasonic FP3 vs Sony H50

Its time to take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FP3 versus Sony H50, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the FP3 (14MP) and H50 (9MP) but both cameras provide the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was revealed 12 months after the H50 which means that they are of a similar generation. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony H50 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FP3 grades vs the H50 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H50. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Sony H50 Gallery.

When you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP3 offers exterior measurements 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 Sony H50 has proportions of 116mm x 81mm x 86mm (4.6" x 3.2" x 3.4") with a weight of 547 grams (1.21 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FP3 versus Sony H50 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you select during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the FP3 against the H50.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP3 and H50 is 95 and 69 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing specs. The picture underneath will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and H50.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic FP3 to show greater detail because of its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer FP3 will have an edge with regard to sensor tech.