Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic G3

Let's look a little more in depth at the Panasonic FZ150 versus Panasonic G3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap among the image resolutions of the FZ150 (12MP) and G3 (16MP) and the FZ150 (1/2.3") and G3 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The FZ150 was manufactured 10 months after the G3 which means that they are of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ150 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the FZ150 scores vs the G3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ150 enjoys outer measurements of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") with a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Panasonic G3 has specifications of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic FZ150 versus Panasonic G3 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the FZ150 vs the G3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ150 and G3 is 67 and 83 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by researching technical specs. The picture here might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ150 and G3.

As you have seen, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ150 due to its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic G3 will render greater detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop pics way more aggressively. The fresher FZ150 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.