Panasonic FP3 vs Sony TX200V

Here, we will be analyzing the Panasonic FP3 and Sony TX200V, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the FP3 (14MP) and TX200V (18MP) but both cameras have the identical sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was unveiled 3 years before the TX200V and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FP3 grades vs the TX200V when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX200V. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Sony TX200V Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera often, you are going to need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FP3 has exterior 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 TX200V has proportions of 96mm x 58mm x 16mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.6") having a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the FP3 against the TX200V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FP3 and TX200V is 95 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The photograph below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP3 and TX200V.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Sony TX200V to give greater detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The older FP3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.