Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A7c

In this write-up, we will be contrasting the Panasonic 3D1 and Sony A7c, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and A7c (24MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and A7c (Full frame) come with different sensor dimensions.

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The 3D1 was brought out 9 years earlier than the A7c which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A7c being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a quick summation of how the 3D1 matches up against the A7c when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you have to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic 3D1 enjoys physical dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony A7c has proportions of 124mm x 71mm x 60mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 2.4") along with a weight of 509 grams (1.12 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the 3D1 against the A7c.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and A7c is 93 and 78 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and A7c.

As you can tell, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The 3D1 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF harder and the Sony A7c will give you greater detail having its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged 3D1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.