Panasonic FZ28 vs Panasonic G3

Below, we are comparing the Panasonic FZ28 and Panasonic G3, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. There is a significant difference among the image resolutions of the FZ28 (10MP) and G3 (16MP) and the FZ28 (1/2.3") and G3 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor size.

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The FZ28 was released 3 years prior to the G3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FZ28 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a full comparison, below is a short introduction of how the FZ28 scores against the G3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ28 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ28 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic FZ28 comes with outer measurements of 118mm x 75mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 417 grams (0.92 lbs) and the Panasonic G3 has specifications of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ28 and Panasonic G3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the FZ28 compared to the G3.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ28 and G3 is 72 and 83 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The picture below might offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ28 and G3.

Plainly, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The FZ28 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF more difficult and the Panasonic G3 will render extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FZ28 will be behind in sensor tech.