Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic G3

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FZ100 and Panasonic G3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the G3 (16MP) is pretty close but the FZ100 (1/2.3") and G3 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ100 was launched 11 months prior to the G3 and they are of a similar generation. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the FZ100 matches up versus the G3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

In case you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ100 has exterior dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Panasonic G3 has specifications of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ100 and Panasonic G3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you have chosen at that time. Following is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ100 and the G3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ100 and G3 is 67 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions only by viewing specifications. The image here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ100 and G3.

Plainly, both of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FZ100 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Panasonic G3 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged FZ100 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.