Approx. 125 g (body only, without battery and card)
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 FAQ
What battery does the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 use?
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 uses DMW-BCH7. When buying used, confirm the seller includes a working charger or plan to add one. See the battery guide for charger and spare-battery checks.
What memory card does the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 take?
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 uses SD / SDHC / SDXC supported. Built-in memory approximately 40 MB.. The current buyer-facing maximum is Up to 64GB (SDXC); for older or unusual formats, stay within that limit and avoid oversized cards. See the memory card guide before buying cards for older cameras.
Is the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 worth buying used?
It can be worth buying if you want a 14.1 Panasonic digital camera from 2010 with 1/2.33-inch CCD. Check power, lens movement, screen condition, and storage access before paying. Run the used digital camera checklist before buying. For nearby Panasonic options, compare Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5.
How do you transfer photos from the Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3?
The simplest transfer path is usually to remove the memory card and use a compatible card reader. If the camera uses internal storage or a rare card format, confirm the cable or reader before buying. The card reader guide and photo transfer guide cover the common options.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 is worth judging as its own Panasonic Lumix digital camera body, not just as a generic old compact. Start with condition, the exact battery/card setup, and whether its look fits what you want to shoot.
What owners like
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 works best when you want simple snapshots, direct flash, and the relaxed character people look for in older digital compacts rather than a technically perfect modern camera; its 1/2.33-inch (6.08 x 4.56 mm) CCD and 35-140 mm equivalent, F3.5-5.9 are the main character of the look.
Common complaints
Check the lens movement, flash, screen, buttons, and card door calmly before relying on it; older compact bodies can need a little patience without being a bad buy.
What to compare
Compare it with Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP1, Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2, Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 (Lumix DMC-FS10), Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS5 (Lumix DMC-TZ8) to decide whether you want this exact body, a cheaper nearby compact, or a slightly more capable alternative.
