Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic GF3

Below is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic GF3, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FS25 (12MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is very similar but the FS25 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The FS25 was brought out 3 years prior to the GF3 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a full comparison, below is a short summary of how the FS25 grades vs the GF3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FS25 Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FS25 offers external dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic GF3 has specifications 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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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the FS25 versus the GF3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and GF3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the FS25 and GF3.

Plainly, the two cameras have got the exact same MP but not the same sensor measurements. The FS25 features the tinier sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field more difficult. The older FS25 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.