Panasonic F5 vs Sony A3000

In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic F5 vs Sony A3000, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the F5 (14MP) and A3000 (20MP) and the F5 (1/2.3") and A3000 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor size.

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The F5 was released 7 months earlier than the A3000 and they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic F5 being a Compact camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the F5 grades versus the A3000 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 & Sony Alpha A3000. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic F5 Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic F5 features exterior measurements of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs) while the Sony A3000 has dimensions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") having a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the F5 and the A3000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the F5 and A3000 is 96 and 69 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below might give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the F5 and A3000.

Clearly, both of the cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The F5 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh trickier and the Sony A3000 will result in more detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The older F5 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.