Panasonic FZ100 vs Sony G3

Here is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic FZ100 versus Sony G3, former being a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FZ100 (14MP) and G3 (10MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor sizes (1/2.3").

Photography Glossary

The FZ100 was introduced 19 months later than the G3 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ100 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Sony G3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the FZ100 grades vs the G3 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-G3. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FZ100 Gallery & Sony G3 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ100 features outer 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 Sony G3 has specifications of 97mm x 59mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") with a weight of 185 grams (0.41 lbs).

Check the Panasonic FZ100 versus Sony G3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is a front view measurements comparison of the FZ100 and the G3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the FZ100 and G3 is 67 and 94 respectively.

Generally, it is very hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by going over technical specs. The visual below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ100 and G3.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras have the same sensor dimensions but not the same megapixels. You can expect to see the Panasonic FZ100 to offer you greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent FZ100 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.