Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic G3

Here is a in-depth review of the Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic G3, one being a Small Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the FZ80 (18MP) and the G3 (16MP) is relatively close but the FZ80 (1/2.3") and G3 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ80 was revealed 5 years later than the G3 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the FZ80 scores against the G3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ80 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ80 has exterior measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") accompanied by a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs) and the Panasonic G3 has sizing of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ80 vs Panasonic G3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the FZ80 vs the G3.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ80 and G3 is 63 and 83 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the FZ80 and G3.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The FZ80 using its smaller sensor will make getting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic FZ80 will provide you with extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The more modern FZ80 is going to have an advantage in sensor innovation.