Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GF3
50 Imaging
65 Features
79 Overall
70
90 Imaging
48 Features
48 Overall
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Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GF3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 18MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Canon EF Mount
- 1500g - 158 x 164 x 83mm
- Released April 2012
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 264g - 108 x 67 x 32mm
- Announced August 2011
- Replaced the Panasonic GF2
- Refreshed by Panasonic GF5
Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GF3 Overview
On this page, we will be evaluating the Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GF3, former being a Pro DSLR while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Canon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the 1D C (18MP) and GF3 (12MP) and the 1D C (Full frame) and GF3 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor measurements.
Leica struggles with L-Mount camera sales, tougher than Q or MThe 1D C was manufactured 9 months later than the GF3 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras have different body design with the Canon 1D C being a Large SLR camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple view of how the 1D C grades against the GF3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GF3 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS-1D C & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The entire galleries are available at Canon 1D C Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 1D C over the Panasonic GF3
1D C | GF3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Announced | April 2012 | August 2011 | Fresher by 9 months | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF3 over the Canon 1D C
GF3 | 1D C | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Common features in the Canon 1D C and Panasonic GF3
1D C | GF3 | |||
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Manually focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Neither includes selfie screen |
Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GF3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 1D C features external measurements of 158mm x 164mm x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") along with a weight of 1500 grams (3.31 lbs) while the Panasonic GF3 has measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).
Check out the Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GF3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. The following is a front view measurements comparison of the 1D C against the GF3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1D C and GF3 is 50 and 90 respectively.
Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GF3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the 1D C and GF3.
As you can see, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The 1D C featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Canon 1D C will offer you greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The more recent 1D C is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Canon 1D C vs Panasonic GF3 Specifications
Canon EOS-1D C | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon EOS-1D C | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 |
Category | Pro DSLR | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2012-04-12 | 2011-08-11 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Dual Digic 5+ | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 61 | 23 |
Cross focus points | 41 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon EF | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 250 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 460k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | Clear View II TFT LCD | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.30 m |
Flash settings | E-TTL II Auto Flash, Metered Manual | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 4096 x 2160 (24 fps), 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (60, 50 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Optional | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | none | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1500 gr (3.31 pounds) | 264 gr (0.58 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 158 x 164 x 83mm (6.2" x 6.5" x 3.3") | 108 x 67 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 50 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 459 |
Other | ||
Battery life | - | 300 photos |
Form of battery | - | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E4N | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, remote) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Compact Flash (Type I or II), UDMA compatible | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Two | One |
Retail cost | $6,499 | $360 |