Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W550

Here, we are evaluating the Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W550, both Ultracompact cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the W550 (14MP) is fairly close and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was launched 18 months earlier than the W550 making them a generation away from each other. Both cameras feature the same body design (Ultracompact).

Before getting right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the FP3 matches up vs the W550 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W550. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Sony W550 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP3 enjoys external dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) while the Sony W550 has dimensions of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W550 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FP3 vs the W550.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and W550 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions purely by researching specs. The image here will give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP3 and W550.

All in all, each of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same exact megapixels and you should expect comparable quality of photos though you need to take the production date of the cameras into account. The more aged FP3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.