Canon R3 vs Panasonic G3

On this page, we will be comparing the Canon R3 vs Panasonic G3, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the R3 (24MP) and G3 (16MP) and the R3 (Full frame) and G3 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizing.

Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firms

The R3 was introduced 10 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the R3 grades vs the G3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The whole galleries are available at Canon R3 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

For those who are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Canon R3 features physical measurements of 150mm x 143mm x 87mm (5.9" x 5.6" x 3.4") having a weight of 1015 grams (2.24 lbs) and the Panasonic G3 has dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Look at the Canon R3 vs Panasonic G3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the R3 and the G3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the R3 and G3 is 52 and 83 respectively.

Often, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements purely by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath might provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the R3 and G3.

As you can see, the two cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The R3 using its bigger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Canon R3 will show greater detail using its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The newer R3 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.