Panasonic FP8 vs Panasonic G3

The following is a in depth review of the Panasonic FP8 versus Panasonic G3, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are produced by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the FP8 (12MP) and G3 (16MP) and the FP8 (1/2.3") and G3 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The FP8 was released 23 months earlier than the G3 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a detailed comparison, below is a simple view of how the FP8 grades versus the G3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FP8 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FP8 has exterior measurements of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic G3 has dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FP8 versus Panasonic G3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the FP8 and the G3.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FP8 and G3 is 95 and 83 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by going through specifications. The image underneath will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FP8 and G3.

Plainly, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FP8 because of its smaller sensor will make achieving bokeh tougher and the Panasonic G3 will show greater detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FP8 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.