Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic ZS3

The following is a thorough review of the Panasonic FX700 versus Panasonic ZS3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are offered by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the FX700 (14MP) and ZS3 (10MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The FX700 was manufactured 15 months after the ZS3 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (Compact).

Before diving straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FX700 grades vs the ZS3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FX700 features exterior measurements of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS3 has proportions of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the FX700 versus the ZS3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FX700 and ZS3 is 94 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very hard to see the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by looking through a spec sheet. The picture below might provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FX700 and ZS3.

Clearly, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit not the same resolution. You should count on the Panasonic FX700 to render extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The younger FX700 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.