Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic S3

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic FX580 versus Panasonic S3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras and both of them are created by Panasonic. The resolution of the FX580 (12MP) and the S3 (14MP) is pretty similar and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizes (1/2.3").

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The FX580 was brought out 23 months before the S3 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).

Before diving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FX580 scores versus the S3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX580 Gallery and Panasonic S3 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX580 enjoys physical dimensions of 95mm x 57mm x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 167 grams (0.37 lbs) whilst the Panasonic S3 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FX580 versus Panasonic S3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the FX580 compared to the S3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the FX580 and S3 is 95 and 96 respectively.

Often, it's tough to see the gap between sensor measurements only by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX580 and S3.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras come with the identical sensor size albeit not the same megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic S3 to deliver extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older FX580 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.