Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic GH3

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic FS25 and Panasonic GH3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and GH3 (16MP) and the FS25 (1/2.3") and GH3 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.

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The FS25 was revealed 4 years before the GH3 which is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GH3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight into a thorough comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FS25 scores versus the GH3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Panasonic GH3 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FS25 comes with exterior dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") accompanied by a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH3 has dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") having a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the FS25 vs the GH3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FS25 and GH3 is 95 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The image below might give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and GH3.

Plainly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FS25 using its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field harder and the Panasonic GH3 will give greater detail because of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more aged FS25 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.