Panasonic FS42 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here, we will be matching up the Panasonic FS42 versus Sony NEX-C3, one being a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the FS42 (10MP) and NEX-C3 (16MP) and the FS42 (1/2.5") and NEX-C3 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor sizes.

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The FS42 was manufactured 3 years earlier than the NEX-C3 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera and the Sony NEX-C3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the FS42 matches up vs the NEX-C3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS42 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to lug around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS42 offers exterior measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-C3 has dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FS42 versus Sony NEX-C3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at the time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the FS42 compared to the NEX-C3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS42 and NEX-C3 is 95 and 91 respectively.

Normally, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements just by checking out specs. The graphic here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FS42 and NEX-C3.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FS42 because of its smaller sensor will make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony NEX-C3 will provide extra detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots way more aggressively. The older FS42 will be behind in sensor tech.