Panasonic G9 vs Panasonic GF3

Here is a in depth review of the Panasonic G9 versus Panasonic GF3, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the sensor resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and GF3 (12MP) but they possess the same exact sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The G9 was launched 6 years later than the GF3 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the G9 grades versus the GF3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you're planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G9 offers physical dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") and a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Panasonic GF3 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have chosen during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the G9 versus the GF3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 and GF3 is 62 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it is very hard to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by reading specs. The graphic below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 and GF3.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing but not the same megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic G9 to offer more detail utilizing its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The fresher G9 will have a benefit in sensor technology.