Olympus 1 vs Panasonic GF3

Here is a complete overview of the Olympus 1 and Panasonic GF3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Olympus and Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 1 (12MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is pretty similar but the 1 (1/1.7") and GF3 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The 1 was revealed 2 years later than the GF3 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Olympus 1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the 1 scores versus the GF3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Olympus Stylus 1 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The full galleries are provided at Olympus 1 Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Olympus 1 offers outer measurements of 116mm x 87mm x 57mm (4.6" x 3.4" x 2.2") with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic GF3 has sizing of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Contrast the Olympus 1 and Panasonic GF3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the 1 versus the GF3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the 1 and GF3 is 79 and 90 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the 1 and GF3.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses the exact same megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The 1 uses the tinier sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field trickier. The more recent 1 should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.