Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic GF3

Following is a complete overview of the Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic GF3, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and GF3 (12MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The GX9 was brought out 6 years after the GF3 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summation of how the GX9 scores against the GF3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX9 enjoys outer measurements of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Panasonic GF3 has dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the GX9 compared to the GF3.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GX9 and GF3 is 82 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, its difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reading a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX9 and GF3.

Clearly, both the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You should count on the Panasonic GX9 to deliver extra detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent GX9 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.