Panasonic G1 vs Sony A3000

Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic G1 versus Sony A3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a large gap among the resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and A3000 (20MP) and the G1 (Four Thirds) and A3000 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The G1 was announced 5 years earlier than the A3000 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short highlight of how the G1 grades against the A3000 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 & Sony Alpha A3000. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G1 Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

If you are aiming to travel with your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic G1 provides external dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Sony A3000 has sizing of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G1 versus Sony A3000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the G1 vs the A3000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G1 and A3000 is 82 and 69 respectively.

Quite often, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor dimensions just by viewing specifications. The image below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 and A3000.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G1 with its smaller sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A3000 will provide you with more detail with its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures way more aggressively. The more aged G1 will be behind in sensor technology.