Panasonic G3 vs Panasonic SZ7

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic G3 versus Panasonic SZ7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G3 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is pretty close but the G3 (Four Thirds) and SZ7 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor measurements.

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The G3 was unveiled 6 months prior to the SZ7 so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ7 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the G3 matches up vs the SZ7 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G3 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G3 enjoys outer measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) and the Panasonic SZ7 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") along with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G3 versus Panasonic SZ7 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the G3 versus the SZ7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and SZ7 is 83 and 95 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by researching technical specs. The image here will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G3 and SZ7.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G3 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic G3 will render extra detail having an extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.