Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W310
Portability
95 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
31
95 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
31
Portability
96 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
27
96 Imaging
35 Features
17 Overall
27
Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W310 Key Specs
Panasonic FP3
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Launched January 2010
Sony W310
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(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 28-112mm (F3.0-5.8) lens
- 137g - 95 x 55 x 19mm
- Released January 2010
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In this write-up, we are comparing the Panasonic FP3 and Sony W310, both Ultracompact digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the W310 (12MP) is very similar and they come with the same exact sensor size (1/2.3").
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe FP3 was launched within a month of the W310 which means that they are both of a similar age. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Ultracompact).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FP3 matches up against the W310 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
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Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Sony W310 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Sony W310
| FP3 | W310 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display sizing | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Touch friendly display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W310 over the Panasonic FP3
| W310 | FP3 |
|---|
Common features in the Panasonic FP3 and Sony W310
| FP3 | W310 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Released | January 2010 |  | January 2010 | Similar age |
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focusing | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | Exact same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W310 Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP3 comes with physical measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) whilst the Sony W310 has measurements of 95mm x 55mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 137 grams (0.30 lbs).
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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you select at the time. Below is the front view measurements comparison of the FP3 and the W310.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP3 and W310 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W310 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to imagine the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and W310.
As you can plainly see, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different MP. You can expect to see the Panasonic FP3 to deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively.
Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W310 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Panasonic FP3 Portrait photography information
Sony W310 Portrait photography information
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
manual focus not available
manual exposure not available
can't use external flash
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Panasonic FP3 as a Street photography camera
Sony W310 as a Street photography camera
built in image stabilization (Optical)
includes focus by touch
screen does not articulate
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
more heavy than competitors (155 grams)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
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Panasonic FP3 Sports photography highlights
Sony W310 Sports photography highlights
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14MP)
max fps very slow (5.0 frames/s)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
slow continuous shooting (1.0 frames/s)
no shutter priority
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect AF
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Travel photography with Panasonic FP3
Travel photography with Sony W310
includes focus by touch
decent MP (14 megapixels)
has built in flash
does not have Timelapse mode
more heavy than competitors (155 grams)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
flash built-in
pretty wide (28mm)
doesn't have Timelapse function
MP count low (12MP)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
Photography GlossaryLandscape Comparison
Landscape photography with Panasonic FP3
Landscape photography with Sony W310
nice screen size (3 inch)
built in image stabilization (Optical)
decent MP (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
sensor size is small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Timelapse mode
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
manual focus not available
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
screen is somewhat small (2.7 inches)
manual exposure not available
MP count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
doesn't have Timelapse function
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Panasonic FP3 Vlogging highlights
Sony W310 Vlogging highlights
touch screen
built in image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have microphone port
more heavy than competitors (155 grams)
pretty wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Sensor-shift)
sluggish max aperture (f3.0)
doesn't have a selfie friendly screen
video resolution low (640 x 480 resolution)
doesn't have external microphone support
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Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W310 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W310 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Venus Engine IV | - |
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 14MP | 12MP |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
| RAW photos | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Autofocus touch | ||
| Autofocus continuous | ||
| Autofocus single | ||
| Autofocus tracking | ||
| Selective autofocus | ||
| Center weighted autofocus | ||
| Multi area autofocus | ||
| Autofocus live view | ||
| Face detection autofocus | ||
| Contract detection autofocus | ||
| Phase detection autofocus | ||
| Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
| Maximal aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.0-5.8 |
| Macro focusing distance | 10cm | 5cm |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen sizing | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch screen | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 1 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 5.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Expose Manually | ||
| Custom white balance | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.90 m | 3.00 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
| External flash | ||
| AE bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment | ||
| Average | ||
| Spot | ||
| Partial | ||
| AF area | ||
| Center weighted | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Microphone support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proofing | ||
| Dust proofing | ||
| Shock proofing | ||
| Crush proofing | ||
| Freeze proofing | ||
| Weight | 155g (0.34 pounds) | 137g (0.30 pounds) |
| Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 95 x 55 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery ID | - | NP-BN1 |
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 sec or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo / Pro Duo / Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | Single | Single |
| Launch price | $182 | $150 |