Panasonic FX90 vs Panasonic GF3

The following is a in-depth comparison of the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic GF3, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX90 (12MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is relatively close but the FX90 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FX90 was launched at a similar time to the GF3 and they are of a similar age. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FX90 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the FX90 scores versus the GF3 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FX90 Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FX90 provides outer dimensions of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs) while the Panasonic GF3 has measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FX90 and Panasonic GF3 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you use at that moment. Below is the front view over all size comparison of the FX90 against the GF3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FX90 and GF3 is 95 and 90 respectively.

Usually, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions merely by viewing specs. The picture underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FX90 and GF3.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact MP albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The FX90 offers the smaller sensor which should make getting bokeh more difficult.