Panasonic FP5 vs Panasonic GF3

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic FP5 and Panasonic GF3, former is a Ultracompact while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FP5 (14MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is fairly close but the FP5 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The FP5 was revealed 7 months earlier than the GF3 which means that they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FP5 matches up against the GF3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP5 Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera often, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP5 has outer dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF3 has measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP5 and Panasonic GF3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the FP5 against the GF3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FP5 and GF3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor dimensions just by researching specifications. The pic underneath will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FP5 and GF3.

To sum up, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The FP5 using its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic FP5 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The more aged FP5 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.