Panasonic FP3 vs Sony RX10 III

Following is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic FP3 vs Sony RX10 III, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the FP3 (14MP) and RX10 III (20MP) and the FP3 (1/2.3") and RX10 III (1") offer different sensor sizes.

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The FP3 was brought out 7 years earlier than the RX10 III which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go right into a in depth comparison, here is a simple overview of how the FP3 grades versus the RX10 III in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Sony RX10 III Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FP3 has physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony RX10 III has specifications of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") having a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the FP3 vs the RX10 III.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and RX10 III is 95 and 53 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizes just by seeing technical specs. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FP3 and RX10 III.

As you can tell, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FP3 due to its smaller sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field harder and the Sony RX10 III will show extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.