Panasonic G3 vs Panasonic LX7

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic G3 vs Panasonic LX7, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are built by Panasonic. There is a considerable difference among the image resolutions of the G3 (16MP) and LX7 (10MP) and the G3 (Four Thirds) and LX7 (1/1.7") provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The G3 was brought out 15 months earlier than the LX7 making them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX7 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the G3 grades vs the LX7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX7. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G3 Gallery & Panasonic LX7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic G3 provides outer dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Panasonic LX7 has sizing of 111mm x 68mm x 46mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.8") having a weight of 298 grams (0.66 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G3 vs Panasonic LX7 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you choose at that moment. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the G3 versus the LX7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G3 and LX7 is 83 and 86 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to envision the gap in sensor sizing simply by checking out specifications. The graphic here should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 and LX7.

Plainly, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G3 due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic G3 will provide extra detail having its extra 6MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The older G3 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.