Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony G3
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Announced November 2011
(Full Review)
- 10MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 640 x 480 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-10.0) lens
- 185g - 97 x 59 x 22mm
- Launched January 2009
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony G3 Overview
Lets look closer at the Panasonic 3D1 versus Sony G3, both Small Sensor Compact cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the 3D1 (12MP) and the G3 (10MP) is fairly comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor dimensions (1/2.3").
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe 3D1 was announced 2 years after the G3 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Compact).
Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the 3D1 scores against the G3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony G3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Sony G3
3D1 | G3 | |||
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Launched | November 2011 | January 2009 | More modern by 35 months |
Reasons to pick Sony G3 over the Panasonic 3D1
G3 | 3D1 | |||
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Manually focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display resolution | 921k | 460k | Sharper display (+461k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic 3D1 and Sony G3
3D1 | G3 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Display size | 3.5" | 3.5" | Same display sizing | |
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony G3 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic 3D1 provides outer dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony G3 has proportions of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).
Take a look at the Panasonic 3D1 versus Sony G3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the 3D1 compared to the G3.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and G3 is 93 and 94 respectively.
Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony G3 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it can be tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by seeing specifications. The picture here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the 3D1 and G3.
Plainly, both of the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You can anticipate the Panasonic 3D1 to produce extra detail with its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The fresher 3D1 will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony G3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Panasonic | Sony |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3 |
Class | Small Sensor Compact | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2011-11-07 | 2009-01-08 |
Physical type | Compact | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | 1/2.3" | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 6.17 x 4.55mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 28.1mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixel | 10 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | fixed lens | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | 25-100mm (4.0x) | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | f/3.9-5.7 | f/3.5-10.0 |
Macro focusing distance | 5cm | - |
Focal length multiplier | 5.8 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.5 inch | 3.5 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dots | 921k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 1 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/1300 seconds | 1/1000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | - | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 3.50 m | 4.30 m (Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) | 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 193g (0.43 lb) | 185g (0.41 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") | 97 x 59 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 200 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal | Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo, Internal |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch price | $670 | $200 |