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Panasonic FP8 vs Sony A7R III

Portability
95
Imaging
35
Features
20
Overall
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Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 front
 
Sony Alpha A7R III front
Portability
63
Imaging
78
Features
93
Overall
84

Panasonic FP8 vs Sony A7R III Key Specs

Panasonic FP8
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 2.7" Fixed Display
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
  • 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
  • Announced July 2009
Sony A7R III
(Full Review)
  • 42MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 32000 (Boost to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • No Anti-Alias Filter
  • 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • Sony E Mount
  • 657g - 127 x 96 x 74mm
  • Revealed October 2017
  • Succeeded the Sony A7R II
  • Replacement is Sony A7R IV
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Panasonic FP8 vs Sony A7R III Overview

Below is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic FP8 versus Sony A7R III, former being a Ultracompact while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the FP8 (12MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the FP8 (1/2.3") and A7R III (Full frame) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FP8 was revealed 9 years earlier than the A7R III and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the FP8 grades versus the A7R III in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Sony A7R III

 FP8 A7R III 

Reasons to pick Sony A7R III over the Panasonic FP8

 A7R III FP8 
RevealedOctober 2017July 2009More recent by 100 months
Focus manually More precise focus
Display typeTiltingFixed Tilting display
Display size3"2.7"Larger display (+0.3")
Display resolution1440k230kClearer display (+1210k dot)
Touch display Easily navigate

Common features in the Panasonic FP8 and Sony A7R III

 FP8 A7R III 
Selfie screen Neither includes selfie screen

Panasonic FP8 vs Sony A7R III Physical Comparison

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FP8 features outer dimensions of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Sony A7R III has measurements of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FP8 versus Sony A7R III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FP8 and the A7R III.

Panasonic FP8 vs Sony A7R III size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FP8 and A7R III is 95 and 63 respectively.

Panasonic FP8 vs Sony A7R III top view buttons comparison

Panasonic FP8 vs Sony A7R III Sensor Comparison

Sometimes, it's hard to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements simply by researching specifications. The visual below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FP8 and A7R III.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FP8 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Sony A7R III will render greater detail because of its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images way more aggressively. The older FP8 will be behind in sensor technology.

Panasonic FP8 vs Sony A7R III sensor size comparison

Panasonic FP8 vs Sony A7R III Screen and ViewFinder

Panasonic FP8 vs Sony A7R III Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Panasonic FP8 Portrait photography features
Sony A7R III Portrait photography features
21
lack of manual focus
lack of manual exposure
cannot use external flash
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
86
focusing manually
excellent MP (42 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
provides face detect focusing
saves RAW files
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Street Comparison

Panasonic FP8 Street photography highlights
Sony A7R III Street photography highlights
55
image stabilization (Optical)
screen is fixed
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
heavier than average (151 grams)
79
has a tilting screen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW files
comes with touch focus
environment proof
above average high ISO (32,000)
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Sports Comparison

Sports photography with Panasonic FP8
Sports photography with Sony A7R III
24
image stabilization (Optical)
maximum shutter speed is a little low (1/1,300 seconds)
continuous shooting slow (2.0 frames per second)
no shutter priority
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks phase detect autofocus
89
maximum shutter speed is high (1/8,000 seconds)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
excellent MP (42 megapixels)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
provides tracking focus
environment proof
good battery (650 per charge)
comes with phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Panasonic FP8 Travel photography info
Sony A7R III Travel photography info
56
has built in flash
rather wide (28mm)
does not have Time Lapse mode
heavier than average (151g)
megapixel count low (12MP)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
74
good battery (650 shots)
environment proof
supports bluetooth
comes with touch focus
excellent MP (42 megapixels)
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison

Landscape photography with Panasonic FP8
Landscape photography with Sony A7R III
32
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
lack of manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
screen is somewhat small (2.7")
lack of manual exposure
megapixel count low (12MP)
tiny sensor (1/2.3")
lacks RAW format
does not have Time Lapse mode
87
focusing manually
interchangeable lenses (Sony E mount)
good sized screen (3 inches)
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
excellent MP (42MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
does not have low pass filter
above average high ISO (32,000)
saves RAW files
environment proof
good battery (650 shots)
two card slots
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Panasonic FP8
Vlogging with Sony A7R III
28
rather wide (28mm)
image stabilization (Optical)
slow maximum aperture (f3.3)
does not posses selfie friendly screen
low res video (1280 x 720 resolution)
does not have external mic socket
heavier than average (151g)
37
built-in touchscreen
built in image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detect focusing
video resolution high (3840 x 2160 resolution)
does have microphone socket
doesn't have a selfie friendly display
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Panasonic FP8 vs Sony A7R III Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Panasonic FP8 and Sony A7R III
 Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8Sony Alpha A7R III
General Information
Brand Panasonic Sony
Model Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 Sony Alpha A7R III
Class Ultracompact Pro Mirrorless
Announced 2009-07-27 2017-10-25
Physical type Ultracompact SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Processor Chip Venus Engine V Bionz X
Sensor type CCD BSI-CMOS
Sensor size 1/2.3" Full frame
Sensor measurements 6.08 x 4.56mm 35.9 x 24mm
Sensor area 27.7mm² 861.6mm²
Sensor resolution 12 megapixels 42 megapixels
Anti aliasing filter
Aspect ratio 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 3:2 and 16:9
Highest resolution 4000 x 3000 7952 x 5304
Highest native ISO 6400 32000
Highest boosted ISO - 102400
Minimum native ISO 80 100
RAW files
Minimum boosted ISO - 50
Autofocusing
Manual focus
AF touch
AF continuous
Single AF
AF tracking
Selective AF
AF center weighted
Multi area AF
AF live view
Face detect AF
Contract detect AF
Phase detect AF
Number of focus points 11 425
Lens
Lens mount fixed lens Sony E
Lens focal range 28-128mm (4.6x) -
Maximal aperture f/3.3-5.9 -
Macro focus range 5cm -
Total lenses - 121
Focal length multiplier 5.9 1
Screen
Type of display Fixed Type Tilting
Display sizing 2.7" 3"
Resolution of display 230k dots 1,440k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch function
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder None Electronic
Viewfinder resolution - 3,686k dots
Viewfinder coverage - 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification - 0.78x
Features
Slowest shutter speed 60s 30s
Maximum shutter speed 1/1300s 1/8000s
Continuous shooting rate 2.0 frames per second 10.0 frames per second
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manual mode
Exposure compensation - Yes
Change WB
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range 5.50 m no built-in flash
Flash modes Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync Off, Auto, Fill-flash, Slow Sync, Rear Sync, Red-eye reduction, Wireless, Hi-speed sync
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Exposure
Multisegment exposure
Average exposure
Spot exposure
Partial exposure
AF area exposure
Center weighted exposure
Video features
Supported video resolutions 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) 3840 x 2160 (30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Highest video resolution 1280x720 3840x2160
Video file format Motion JPEG MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S
Microphone port
Headphone port
Connectivity
Wireless None Built-In
Bluetooth
NFC
HDMI
USB USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environmental sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 151g (0.33 pounds) 657g (1.45 pounds)
Physical dimensions 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") 127 x 96 x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9")
DXO scores
DXO All around score not tested 100
DXO Color Depth score not tested 26.0
DXO Dynamic range score not tested 14.7
DXO Low light score not tested 3523
Other
Battery life - 650 pictures
Battery type - Battery Pack
Battery model - NP-FZ100
Self timer Yes (2 or 10 sec) Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures))
Time lapse shooting
Storage type SD/SDHC card, Internal Two SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II support on one)
Card slots Single 2
Retail cost $300 $2,800