Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic GF3

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FS12 vs Panasonic GF3, one is a Ultracompact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FS12 (12MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the FS12 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor size.

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The FS12 was revealed 3 years prior to the GF3 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS12 being a Ultracompact camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the FS12 scores vs the GF3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS12 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FS12 Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FS12 enjoys exterior dimensions of 97mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.9") along with a weight of 129 grams (0.28 lbs) and the Panasonic GF3 has sizing of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the FS12 and the GF3.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FS12 and GF3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by seeing technical specs. The image here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS12 and GF3.

As you have seen, both cameras offer the same exact megapixels albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The FS12 contains the smaller sensor which should make getting bokeh trickier. The more aged FS12 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.