Panasonic FZ150 vs Panasonic GF3

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic FZ150 and Panasonic GF3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FZ150 (12MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is pretty comparable but the FZ150 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ150 was launched 9 months after the GF3 so 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 GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple summation of how the FZ150 grades against the GF3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ150 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ150 Gallery and Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ150 provides outer dimensions of 124mm x 82mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.2" x 3.6") and a weight of 528 grams (1.16 lbs) while the Panasonic GF3 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the FZ150 and the GF3.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the FZ150 and GF3 is 67 and 90 respectively.

Normally, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The image here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ150 and GF3.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixels albeit not the same sensor sizes. The FZ150 contains the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF trickier. The newer FZ150 will have a benefit in sensor technology.