Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GF3

Here is a extended comparison of the Panasonic FX78 vs Panasonic GF3, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FX78 (12MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is relatively close but the FX78 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The FX78 was manufactured 6 months prior to the GF3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a short highlight of how the FX78 scores against the GF3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic FX78 Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX78 has outer measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF3 has measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the FX78 vs the GF3.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the FX78 and GF3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Often, its hard to see the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here should provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the FX78 and GF3.

Clearly, each of the cameras come with the identical MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The FX78 contains the smaller sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field more challenging.