Canon G15 vs Panasonic ZR3

Its time to look much closer at the Canon G15 vs Panasonic ZR3, both Small Sensor Compact digital cameras by competitors Canon and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G15 (12MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the G15 (1/1.7") and ZR3 (1/2.3") provide different sensor measurements.

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The G15 was manufactured 2 years after the ZR3 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G15 grades vs the ZR3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon PowerShot G15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZR3. The entire galleries are available at Canon G15 Gallery and Panasonic ZR3 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Canon G15 provides physical measurements of 107mm x 76mm x 40mm (4.2" x 3.0" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs) while the Panasonic ZR3 has dimensions of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check out the Canon G15 vs Panasonic ZR3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the G15 and the ZR3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G15 and ZR3 is 86 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the G15 and ZR3.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G15 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic ZR3 will resolve extra detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop images more aggressively. The newer G15 should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.