Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic GH3

Here is a comprehensive assessment of the Panasonic FZ2500 versus Panasonic GH3, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and they are both built by Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap between the image resolutions of the FZ2500 (20MP) and GH3 (16MP) and the FZ2500 (1") and GH3 (Four Thirds) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ2500 was introduced 4 years later than the GH3 and that is quite a serious gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GH3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the FZ2500 grades versus the GH3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery and Panasonic GH3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ2500 enjoys outside measurements of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") with a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs) and the Panasonic GH3 has dimensions of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") accompanied by a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ2500 against the GH3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ2500 and GH3 is 53 and 66 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to picture the gap between sensor sizing merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ2500 and GH3.

As you can see, each of the cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The FZ2500 with its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Panasonic FZ2500 will offer extra detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer FZ2500 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.