Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W370
95 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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94 Imaging
36 Features
25 Overall
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Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W370 Key Specs
(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
- Released January 2010
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 34-238mm (F3.6-5.6) lens
- 179g - 100 x 57 x 26mm
- Introduced January 2010
Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W370 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP3 and Sony W370, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the W370 (14MP) is very well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe FP3 was announced very close to the W370 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP3 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony W370 being a Compact camera.
Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the FP3 scores against the W370 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W370 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Sony W370 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Sony W370
FP3 | W370 | |||
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Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W370 over the Panasonic FP3
W370 | FP3 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FP3 and Sony W370
FP3 | W370 | |||
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Introduced | January 2010 | January 2010 | Similar generation | |
Manual focus | No manual focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical display measurement | |
Display resolution | 230k | 230k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W370 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic FP3 offers exterior measurements of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony W370 has sizing of 100mm x 57mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic FP3 and Sony W370 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 choose during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FP3 against the W370.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and W370 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W370 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and W370.
Clearly, both of those cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the identical MP therefore you should expect similar quality of photographs but you will need to take the production date of the products into consideration.
Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W370 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W370 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W370 |
Category | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2010-01-06 | 2010-01-07 |
Body design | Ultracompact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Venus Engine IV | - |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 14MP | 14MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Total focus points | 9 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 34-238mm (7.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/3.6-5.6 |
Macro focusing distance | 10cm | - |
Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 2 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 5.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 4.90 m | 5.00 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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) | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 155g (0.34 lbs) | 179g (0.39 lbs) |
Dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 100 x 57 x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") |
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, portrait1/ portrait2) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/ Pro HG-Duo, Internal |
Storage slots | One | One |
Launch price | $182 | $230 |