Panasonic FP3 vs Sony HX20V

Here is a extended analysis of the Panasonic FP3 and Sony HX20V, one being a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FP3 (14MP) and HX20V (18MP) but both cameras boast the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was announced 3 years prior to the HX20V and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FP3 scores against the HX20V for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Sony HX20V Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FP3 offers outside measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony HX20V has specifications of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") and a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FP3 and Sony HX20V in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have attached at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FP3 versus the HX20V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP3 and HX20V is 95 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing purely by reading specs. The visual underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and HX20V.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same MP. You should anticipate the Sony HX20V to offer you more detail with its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older FP3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.