Panasonic G3 vs Panasonic GX1

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic G3 vs Panasonic GX1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G3 (16MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is fairly well matched and they come with the exact same sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The G3 was launched 7 months earlier than the GX1 so they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving straight into a full comparison, below is a simple view of how the G3 matches up vs the GX1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G3 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

If you're planning to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G3 has outer measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic G3 vs Panasonic GX1 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the G3 versus the GX1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and GX1 is 83 and 87 respectively.

Often, its tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through specifications. The picture below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 and GX1.

Plainly, both cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact MP so you can expect similar quality of photographs though you might want to take the launch date of the products into consideration. The more aged G3 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.