Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic GF3

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic GF3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Casio and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the EX-100 (12MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the EX-100 (1/1.7") and GF3 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The EX-100 was released 2 years later than the GF3 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Casio EX-100 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going in to a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the EX-100 matches up vs the GF3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Casio Exilim EX-100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The complete galleries are viewable at Casio EX-100 Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and size. The Casio EX-100 enjoys external measurements of 119mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 389 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF3 has specifications of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Take a look at the Casio EX-100 vs Panasonic GF3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the EX-100 against the GF3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the EX-100 and GF3 is 83 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, it is very tough to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by checking specifications. The graphic here may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the EX-100 and GF3.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy the same exact megapixels albeit different sensor measurements. The EX-100 uses the tinier sensor which will make getting shallower DOF harder. The fresher EX-100 should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.