• 1/2.3 inch 28.1mm2
  • 10.1 megapixels
  • 28.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)
  • 1/2.33 inch 28.2mm2
  • 14.1 megapixels
  • 35.00mm - 140.00mm (35mm eq.)

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Differences

Sony DSC-W170 advantages over Panasonic DMC-FP3

  • Eye-level viewfinder
    Eye-level vs Rear display only
    You'll be able to frame photos even when the sun is out
  • Bigger pixels
    ~ 1.69 vs 1.42 microns
    Better low-light and dynamic range (all else equal)
  • Longer stills battery life
    More info 370 vs 300 shots
    Capture more photos
  • Wider angle lens
    28 mm vs 35 mm
    Capture more of the scene

Panasonic DMC-FP3 advantages over Sony DSC-W170

  • Less expensive
    $230 vs $300 (MSRP)
    Save money for lenses or accessories
  • More pixels
    14.1 vs 10.1 megapixels
    Higher resolution photos
  • Longer exposure
    60 vs 2 sec
    Long exposures for night shots
  • Higher extended ISO
    6400 vs 3200 ISO
    Higher extended ISO can give more low-light flexibility

Similarities

Common Strengths

  • In-Camera Image Stabilization
    Both provide
    Reduces the effects of camera shake at slower shutter speeds
  • Internal flash
    Both provide
    Useful in a pinch for fill flash
  • Manual focus
    Both provide
    AF is for the weak. Real photographers focus manually.

Common Weaknesses

  • Focus peaking
    Neither provide
    Your camera will highlight what's in focus
  • Tilt-swivel screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt and swivel the screen for maximum shooting flexibility
  • Touchscreen
    Neither provide
    Interact with your camera just like your smartphone
  • In-camera panoramas
    Neither provide
    Stitches multiple shots into a panoramic photo
  • Tiltable Screen
    Neither provide
    Tilt the screen for shooting flexbility
  • RAW file ability
    Neither provide
    Gives you more flexibility to develop your photos later
  • Built-in Wi-Fi
    Neither provide
    Share your photos wirelessly
  • NFC
    Neither provide
    Simplifies pairing your camera with supported phones
  • Built-in Bluetooth
    Neither provide
    Always-on wireless connectivity
  • Built-in GPS
    Neither provide
    Geotag your photos
  • On-sensor phase detect
    Neither provide
    Usually improves live view and video AF performance
  • Integrated ND filter
    Neither provide
    Shoot in daylight with a large aperture or slow shutter
  • External Mic Jack
    Neither provide
    Improved sound fidelity when shooting video
  • HDMI out
    Neither provide
    Use HDMI output to monitor or review video
  • Hot shoe
    Neither provide
    Off-camera flashes open new possibilities
  • Headphone jack
    Neither provide
    Monitor audio recording while you shoot video
  • Bulb shutter
    Neither provide
    Hold the shutter open manually for long exposures
  • Slow-motion videos
    Neither provide
    Shoot slow-motion videos

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The Competition

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FS20

Sony DSC-W170
Panasonic DMC-FS20
  • $225
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Longer exposure
  • Faster JPEG shooting

Compare Sony DSC-W170 vs Panasonic DMC-FS20

Panasonic DMC-FP3
Panasonic DMC-FS20
  • $128
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More telephoto lens reach
  • $300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Bigger pixels
  • Wider angle lens

Compare Panasonic DMC-FP3 vs Panasonic DMC-FS20

Compared to Canon SD890 IS

Sony DSC-W170
Canon SD890 IS
  • $225
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Manual focus
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Fast startup
  • More telephoto lens reach

Compare Sony DSC-W170 vs Canon SD890 IS

Panasonic DMC-FP3
Canon SD890 IS
  • $128
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Manual focus
  • $400
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Bigger pixels

Compare Panasonic DMC-FP3 vs Canon SD890 IS

Compared to Panasonic DMC-TS1

Sony DSC-W170
Panasonic DMC-TS1
  • $225
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Fast startup
  • HDMI out

Compare Sony DSC-W170 vs Panasonic DMC-TS1

Panasonic DMC-FP3
Panasonic DMC-TS1
  • $128
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Manual focus
  • $400
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Wider angle lens

Compare Panasonic DMC-FP3 vs Panasonic DMC-TS1

Compared to Samsung TL220

Sony DSC-W170
Samsung TL220
  • $225
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Manual focus
  • $300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • HDMI out
  • More pixels

Compare Sony DSC-W170 vs Samsung TL220

Panasonic DMC-FP3
Samsung TL220
  • $128
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Manual focus
  • $300
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • HDMI out
  • Shoots 60p video

Compare Panasonic DMC-FP3 vs Samsung TL220

Compared to Panasonic DMC-FP1

Sony DSC-W170
Panasonic DMC-FP1
  • $225
  • 1/2.3 inch
  • Eye-level viewfinder
  • Longer stills battery life
  • $150
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • More pixels

Compare Sony DSC-W170 vs Panasonic DMC-FP1

Panasonic DMC-FP3
Panasonic DMC-FP1
  • $128
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • More pixels
  • $150
  • 1/2.33 inch
  • Less expensive
  • Faster JPEG shooting

Compare Panasonic DMC-FP3 vs Panasonic DMC-FP1

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