Panasonic FH25 vs Panasonic GF3

Its time to examine more closely at the Panasonic FH25 and Panasonic GF3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the FH25 (16MP) and GF3 (12MP) and the FH25 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor sizes.

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The FH25 was released 7 months before the GF3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FH25 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a more detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the FH25 grades vs the GF3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FH25 Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FH25 provides exterior measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") having a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs) and the Panasonic GF3 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FH25 and Panasonic GF3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FH25 compared to the GF3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FH25 and GF3 is 94 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions merely by going over specifications. The image underneath might give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the FH25 and GF3.

To sum up, both of these cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FH25 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic FH25 will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged FH25 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.