Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic S3
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Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic S3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600 (Push to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 25-125mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 167g - 95 x 57 x 22mm
- Revealed January 2009
- Also referred to as Lumix DMC-FX550
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-5.6) lens
- 117g - 99 x 59 x 21mm
- Introduced January 2011
Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic S3 Overview
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").
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe 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.
Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic S3 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX580 over the Panasonic S3
FX580 | S3 | |||
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Screen size | 3" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic S3 over the Panasonic FX580
S3 | FX580 | |||
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Introduced | January 2011 | January 2009 | More recent by 23 months |
Common features in the Panasonic FX580 and Panasonic S3
FX580 | S3 | |||
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Manually focus | Lack of manual focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen resolution | 230k | 230k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Lacking Touch friendly screen |
Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic S3 Physical Comparison
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.
Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic S3 Sensor Comparison
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.
Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic S3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic FX580 vs Panasonic S3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX580 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-S3 |
Also referred to as | Lumix DMC-FX550 | - |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2009-01-27 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | CCD | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.08 x 4.56mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 27.7mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 16:9, 4:3 and 3:2 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 1600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 6400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 80 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 11 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | 25-125mm (5.0x) | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | f/2.8-5.9 | f/3.1-5.6 |
Macro focus distance | 5cm | 5cm |
Focal length multiplier | 5.9 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of screen | 230k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | None |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 8 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/2000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 2.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.00 m | 3.30 m |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1280 x 720 (30fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1280x720 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | Motion JPEG | MPEG-4 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
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 seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 167 gr (0.37 pounds) | 117 gr (0.26 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 95 x 57 x 22mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.9") | 99 x 59 x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") |
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 | ||
Battery life | - | 250 shots |
Type of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/MMC/SDHC card, Internal | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $499 | $110 |