Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic GF3

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic GF3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the FZ100 (14MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is pretty close but the FZ100 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ100 was released 12 months prior to the GF3 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FZ100 grades versus the GF3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ100 has outer measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") having a weight of 540 grams (1.19 lbs) while the Panasonic GF3 has sizing of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic FZ100 vs Panasonic GF3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ100 vs the GF3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ100 and GF3 is 67 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The visual underneath will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ100 and GF3.

To sum up, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FZ100 due to its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic FZ100 will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The older FZ100 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.