Panasonic G2 vs Sony NEX-3

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic G2 vs Sony NEX-3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G2 (12MP) and the NEX-3 (14MP) is relatively well matched but the G2 (Four Thirds) and NEX-3 (APS-C) use different sensor dimensions.

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The G2 was launched 2 months later than the NEX-3 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick view of how the G2 grades versus the NEX-3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 and Sony Alpha NEX-3. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic G2 Gallery and Sony NEX-3 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic G2 enjoys external dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) while the Sony NEX-3 has specifications of 117mm x 62mm x 33mm (4.6" x 2.4" x 1.3") along with a weight of 297 grams (0.65 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G2 vs Sony NEX-3 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the G2 compared to the NEX-3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G2 and NEX-3 is 72 and 89 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to picture the contrast between sensor measurements only by reading through specifications. The visual below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G2 and NEX-3.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The G2 featuring a tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony NEX-3 will give greater detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop pictures much more aggressively.