Panasonic G3 vs Panasonic G6

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic G3 versus Panasonic G6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G3 (16MP) and the G6 (16MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the identical sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The G3 was manufactured 21 months earlier than the G6 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the G3 matches up against the G6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G3 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you'll need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G3 has outside dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") along with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Panasonic G6 has measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic G3 versus Panasonic G6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the G3 against the G6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G3 and G6 is 83 and 74 respectively.

Generally, its tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes just by going through technical specs. The pic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 and G6.

As you have seen, both cameras feature the identical sensor size and the exact same MP so you should expect comparable quality of files however you really should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The more aged G3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.