Panasonic FS15 vs Sony G3
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Panasonic FS15 vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 29-145mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 136g - 97 x 54 x 22mm
- Announced January 2009
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Introduced January 2009
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On this page, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FS15 and Sony G3, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FS15 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is relatively close and both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").
Photography GlossaryThe FS15 was unveiled within a month of the G3 and they are of a similar generation. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FS15 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony G3 being a Compact camera.
Before diving into a detailed comparison, here is a short summary of how the FS15 matches up against the G3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
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The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FS15 Gallery and Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS15 over the Sony G3
| FS15 | G3 |
|---|
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Panasonic FS15
| G3 | FS15 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manually focus |  | Very exact focus | ||
| Screen dimensions | 3.5" |  | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.8") |
| Screen resolution | 921k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+691k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Panasonic FS15 and Sony G3
| FS15 | G3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduced | January 2009 |  | January 2009 | Same generation |
| Screen type | Fixed |  | Fixed | Fixed screen |
| Selfie screen |  | Neither includes selfie screen |
Panasonic FS15 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS15 features physical measurements of 97mm x 54mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 136 grams (0.30 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FS15 and the G3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS15 and G3 is 95 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic FS15 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it is difficult to imagine the gap in sensor dimensions just by researching technical specs. The picture below will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FS15 and G3.
As you have seen, each of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FS15 to provide you with more detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively.
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Panasonic FS15 vs Sony G3 Specifications
| Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
| Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS15 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
| Type | Ultracompact | Small Sensor Compact |
| Announced | 2009-01-16 | 2009-01-08 |
| Physical type | Ultracompact | Compact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
| Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
| Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
| Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 3200 |
| Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
| Min native ISO | 80 | 80 |
| RAW files | ||
| Autofocusing | ||
| Manual focus | ||
| AF touch | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| Single AF | ||
| AF tracking | ||
| Selective AF | ||
| Center weighted AF | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| AF live view | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 11 | 9 |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | fixed lens | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | 29-145mm (5.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
| Largest aperture | f/3.3-5.9 | f/3.5-10.0 |
| Macro focus range | 5cm | - |
| Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Display sizing | 2.7" | 3.5" |
| Display resolution | 230k dots | 921k dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch capability | ||
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder type | None | None |
| Features | ||
| Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 1 secs |
| Highest shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1000 secs |
| Continuous shooting rate | 2.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manually set exposure | ||
| Custom WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Built-in flash | ||
| Flash range | - | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
| Flash options | Auto, Auto Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
| Hot shoe | ||
| Auto exposure bracketing | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Video resolutions | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
| Maximum video resolution | 640x480 | 640x480 |
| Video format | Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
| Mic support | ||
| Headphone support | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | None | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environmental sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 136 gr (0.30 lb) | 185 gr (0.41 lb) |
| Physical dimensions | 97 x 54 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.1" x 0.9") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
| Time lapse feature | ||
| Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
| Card slots | One | One |
| Retail cost | $180 | $200 |