Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W570
Portability
95 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
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95 Imaging
37 Features
25 Overall
32
Portability
96 Imaging
39 Features
25 Overall
33
96 Imaging
39 Features
25 Overall
33
Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W570 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
- Introduced January 2010
Sony W570
(Full Review)
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.6-6.3) lens
- 116g - 91 x 52 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
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Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FP3 and Sony W570, both Ultracompact cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the FP3 (14MP) and the W570 (16MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras offer the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FP3 was unveiled 12 months before the W570 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Ultracompact).
Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FP3 matches up against the W570 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP3 Gallery and Sony W570 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Sony W570
| FP3 | W570 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display dimensions | 3" |  | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.3") |
| Touch display |  | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony W570 over the Panasonic FP3
| W570 | FP3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revealed | January 2011 |  | January 2010 | Newer by 12 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FP3 and Sony W570
| FP3 | W570 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Lack of manual focus | ||
| Display type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed display |
| Display resolution | 230k |  | 230k | The same display resolution |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither features selfie screen |
Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W570 Physical Comparison
In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FP3 enjoys 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) while the Sony W570 has specifications of 91mm x 52mm x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") with a weight of 116 grams (0.26 lbs).
Check the Panasonic FP3 and Sony W570 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you use during that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FP3 against the W570.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FP3 and W570 is 95 and 96 respectively.
Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W570 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by checking out specifications. The image below will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the FP3 and W570.
To sum up, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You should anticipate the Sony W570 to show greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos more aggressively. The more aged FP3 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W570 Screen and ViewFinder
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Portrait Comparison
Panasonic FP3 Portrait photography highlights
Sony W570 Portrait photography highlights
good megapixels (14MP)
lack of manual focus
manual mode not possible
can't use external flash
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
decent megapixels (16MP)
no manual focus
manual mode not available
cannot use external flash
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Panasonic FP3 Street photography details
Sony W570 Street photography details
image stabilization (Optical)
supports focus by touch
no moving screen
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
heavier than average (155 grams)
has image stabilization (Optical)
no moving screen
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
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Sony W570 Sports photography advice
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (14MP)
max frames per second low (5.0 fps)
no shutter priority
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect auto focus
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
low fps (1.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of phase detect AF
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Panasonic FP3 Travel photography info
Sony W570 Travel photography info
supports focus by touch
good megapixels (14MP)
flash built-in
does not have Time Lapse recording
heavier than average (155 grams)
display isn't selfie friendly
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
decent megapixels (16 megapixels)
built-in flash
really wide (25mm)
missing Timelapse recording
screen is not selfie friendly
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
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Panasonic FP3 Landscape photography features
Sony W570 Landscape photography features
pretty good screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
good megapixels (14 megapixels)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
manual mode not possible
sensor is very small (1/2.3")
lacks RAW files
does not have Time Lapse recording
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
decent megapixels (16MP)
no manual focus
can't swap lenses (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is small (2.7 inches)
manual mode not available
sensor size is very small (1/2.3")
lack of RAW format
missing Timelapse recording
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touchscreen enabled
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not great (35mm)
slow max aperture (f3.5)
display isn't selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pxls)
does not have external mic support
heavier than average (155 grams)
really wide (25mm)
has image stabilization (Optical)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.6)
screen is not selfie friendly
low res video (1280 x 720 pixels)
missing external microphone port
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Panasonic FP3 vs Sony W570 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W570 |
| Category | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Introduced | 2010-01-06 | 2011-01-06 |
| Body design | Ultracompact | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Powered by | Venus Engine IV | BIONZ |
| 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 | 14 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
| Anti alias filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4320 x 3240 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW format | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focusing | ||
| Touch to focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| 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 mount type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens zoom range | 35-140mm (4.0x) | 25-125mm (5.0x) |
| Highest aperture | f/3.5-5.9 | f/2.6-6.3 |
| Macro focusing range | 10cm | 5cm |
| Crop factor | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Range of screen | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Screen diagonal | 3 inches | 2.7 inches |
| Resolution of screen | 230 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch friendly | ||
| Screen tech | - | Clear Photo LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 2 secs |
| Maximum shutter speed | 1/1600 secs | 1/1600 secs |
| Continuous shooting speed | 5.0fps | 1.0fps |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Integrated flash | ||
| Flash distance | 4.90 m | 3.70 m |
| Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro | Auto, On, Off, Slow Sync |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| 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) |
| Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
| Video data format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
| Microphone jack | ||
| Headphone jack | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | Eye-Fi Connected |
| 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 lb) | 116g (0.26 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") | 91 x 52 x 19mm (3.6" x 2.0" 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 or 10 sec, Portrait 1/2) |
| Time lapse recording | ||
| Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo/Memory Stick Pro Duo, Memory Stick Pro-HG Duo |
| Storage slots | One | One |
| Launch price | $182 | $159 |
