Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony A6300

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic 3D1 versus Sony A6300, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and A6300 (24MP) and the 3D1 (1/2.3") and A6300 (APS-C) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The 3D1 was released 5 years earlier than the A6300 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sony A6300 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief summary of how the 3D1 grades against the A6300 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 and Sony Alpha a6300. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery and Sony A6300 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic 3D1 features outside dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) while the Sony A6300 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 49mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.9") having a weight of 404 grams (0.89 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic 3D1 versus Sony A6300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the 3D1 versus the A6300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the 3D1 and A6300 is 93 and 83 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by looking at specifications. The picture below should offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and A6300.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 3D1 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony A6300 will give you extra detail as a result of its extra 12 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots a little more aggressively. The more aged 3D1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.