Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic GF3

Following is a in-depth assessment of the Panasonic FZ35 vs Panasonic GF3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ35 (12MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is very similar but the FZ35 (1/2.3") and GF3 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.

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The FZ35 was revealed 13 months prior to the GF3 making them a generation away from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ35 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the FZ35 scores vs the GF3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ35 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ35 Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ35 enjoys physical measurements of 118mm x 76mm x 89mm (4.6" x 3.0" x 3.5") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic GF3 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the FZ35 against the GF3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the FZ35 and GF3 is 72 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to visualise the difference between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ35 and GF3.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor sizes. The FZ35 has got the tinier sensor which should make achieving shallower DOF more challenging. The more aged FZ35 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.