Panasonic FX700 vs Panasonic G3

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic FX700 versus Panasonic G3, one is a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX700 (14MP) and the G3 (16MP) is relatively well matched but the FX700 (1/2.3") and G3 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor size.

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The FX700 was launched 11 months before the G3 so they are of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX700 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a quick summation of how the FX700 matches up against the G3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX700 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX700 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FX700 has got physical dimensions of 104mm x 56mm x 25mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 1.0") along with a weight of 176 grams (0.39 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G3 has specifications of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FX700 versus Panasonic G3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the FX700 compared to the G3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FX700 and G3 is 94 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes only by reading through specifications. The image underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FX700 and G3.

Plainly, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The FX700 because of its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic G3 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged FX700 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.