Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W560

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic FP3 and Sony W560, both Ultracompact digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the W560 (14MP) is fairly similar and they possess the exact same sensor dimensions (1/2.3").

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The FP3 was announced 12 months earlier than the W560 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras come with the identical body type (Ultracompact).

Before delving in to a in depth comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the FP3 grades vs the W560 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W560. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery & Sony W560 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP3 comes with physical dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs) and the Sony W560 has measurements of 94mm x 56mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 110 grams (0.24 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FP3 and Sony W560 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view scale comparison of the FP3 compared to the W560.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FP3 and W560 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by going over technical specs. The pic underneath will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP3 and W560.

As you can tell, both of those cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the exact same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of photos but you should always take the age of the products into consideration. The more aged FP3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.