Panasonic FP7 vs Samsung NX3000

In this article, we are contrasting the Panasonic FP7 and Samsung NX3000, one is a Ultracompact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Samsung. The resolution of the FP7 (16MP) and the NX3000 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the FP7 (1/2.3") and NX3000 (APS-C) use different sensor sizes.

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The FP7 was released 4 years prior to the NX3000 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Samsung NX3000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the FP7 matches up against the NX3000 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 and Samsung NX3000. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic FP7 Gallery and Samsung NX3000 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP7 enjoys physical dimensions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) and the Samsung NX3000 has measurements of 117mm x 66mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FP7 and Samsung NX3000 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FP7 vs the NX3000.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FP7 and NX3000 is 95 and 89 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specs. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP7 and NX3000.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FP7 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field tougher and the Samsung NX3000 will produce extra detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more aged FP7 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.