Panasonic FP7 vs Sony G3

Let's take a more detailed look at the Panasonic FP7 and Sony G3, former being a Ultracompact while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the FP7 (16MP) and G3 (10MP) but they possess the exact same sensor size (1/2.3").

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The FP7 was introduced 2 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP7 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony G3 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FP7 matches up against the G3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FP7 Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.

If you are going to lug around your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FP7 provides outside measurements of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") having a weight of 147 grams (0.32 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the FP7 and the G3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FP7 and G3 is 95 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is difficult to picture the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FP7 and G3.

To sum up, the two cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic FP7 to result in more detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop shots much more aggressively. The newer FP7 provides a benefit in sensor technology.