Panasonic G10 vs Panasonic GF3

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic G10 and Panasonic GF3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the G10 (12MP) and the GF3 (12MP) is relatively similar and both cameras provide the identical sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The G10 was announced 12 months before the GF3 which means that they are both of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the G10 grades vs the GF3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G10 Gallery & Panasonic GF3 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G10 enjoys outer dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") having a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Panasonic GF3 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the G10 vs the GF3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G10 and GF3 is 72 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to imagine the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing specifications. The graphic here should give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G10 and GF3.

Plainly, both of those cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same resolution therefore you can expect similar quality of pictures but you will need to consider the launch date of the products into consideration. The older G10 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.