Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung NX3000

Lets look closer at the Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung NX3000, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Samsung. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the FP5 (14MP) and NX3000 (20MP) and the FP5 (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The FP5 was introduced 4 years prior to the NX3000 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the FP5 grades vs the NX3000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 and Samsung NX3000. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FP5 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP5 has external dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") with a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs) while the Samsung NX3000 has measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP5 vs Samsung NX3000 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the FP5 against the NX3000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP5 and NX3000 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The image below should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the FP5 and NX3000.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FP5 using its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Samsung NX3000 will provide more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more aged FP5 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.