Panasonic FP3 vs Sony TX100V

Its time to look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FP3 versus Sony TX100V, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the TX100V (16MP) is fairly close and both cameras offer the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was announced 12 months prior to the TX100V which means that they are of a similar age. Both the cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the FP3 grades against the TX100V in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX100V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Sony TX100V Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP3 offers outer measurements 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 Sony TX100V has sizing of 97mm x 59mm x 18mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FP3 versus the TX100V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP3 and TX100V is 95 and 95 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to envision the gap in sensor dimensions simply by looking through specs. The pic underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and TX100V.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Sony TX100V to provide you with greater detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.