Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic G2

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic 3D1 vs Panasonic G2, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the G2 (12MP) is relatively well matched but the 3D1 (1/2.3") and G2 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor size.

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The 3D1 was unveiled 17 months after the G2 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the 3D1 grades against the G2 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera, you have to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic 3D1 features physical dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Panasonic G2 has measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at the time. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the 3D1 versus the G2.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 3D1 and G2 is 93 and 72 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking specs. The picture underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and G2.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The 3D1 features the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult. The newer 3D1 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.