Panasonic FZ40 vs Panasonic G3

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic FZ40 and Panasonic G3, former is a Small Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ40 (14MP) and the G3 (16MP) is relatively close but the FZ40 (1/2.3") and G3 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor size.

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The FZ40 was announced 11 months before the G3 and they are of a similar age. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the FZ40 scores vs the G3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ40 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ40 Gallery & Panasonic G3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FZ40 features outer measurements of 120mm x 80mm x 92mm (4.7" x 3.1" x 3.6") along with a weight of 494 grams (1.09 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G3 has proportions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the FZ40 and the G3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ40 and G3 is 68 and 83 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes just by looking through a spec sheet. The pic underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ40 and G3.

As you can see, each of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The FZ40 with its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF trickier and the Panasonic G3 will provide you with greater detail with its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more aged FZ40 will be behind in sensor tech.