Leica CL vs Panasonic GF3

In this write-up, we are looking at the Leica CL vs Panasonic GF3, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Leica and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the CL (24MP) and GF3 (12MP) and the CL (APS-C) and GF3 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The CL was launched 6 years after the GF3 which is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a concise overview of how the CL matches up against the GF3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica CL and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The complete galleries are viewable at Leica CL Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Leica CL provides outside measurements of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") along with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic GF3 has sizing of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Examine the Leica CL vs Panasonic GF3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view physical size comparison of the CL compared to the GF3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the CL and GF3 is 82 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the gap between sensor dimensions merely by reviewing specifications. The pic underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the CL and GF3.

Plainly, both of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The CL because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Leica CL will offer more detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern CL is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.