Panasonic G3 vs Sony A7R
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Panasonic G3 vs Sony A7R Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 336g - 115 x 84 x 47mm
- Announced July 2011
- Previous Model is Panasonic G2
- Renewed by Panasonic G5
(Full Review)
- 36MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 25600
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Sony E Mount
- 465g - 127 x 94 x 48mm
- Revealed February 2014
- New Model is Sony A7R II

Panasonic G3 vs Sony A7R Overview
Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic G3 vs Sony A7R, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the G3 (16MP) and A7R (36MP) and the G3 (Four Thirds) and A7R (Full frame) boast totally different sensor sizes.

The G3 was introduced 3 years earlier than the A7R which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a short highlight of how the G3 scores vs the A7R for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Panasonic G3 vs Sony A7R Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 and Sony Alpha A7R. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G3 Gallery and Sony A7R Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G3 over the Sony A7R
G3 | A7R | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Sony A7R over the Panasonic G3
A7R | G3 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | February 2014 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 31 months |
Screen resolution | 1230k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+770k dot) |
Common features in the Panasonic G3 and Sony A7R
G3 | A7R | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manually focus | ![]() | More precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen dimensions |
Panasonic G3 vs Sony A7R Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry around your camera, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G3 has exterior measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Sony A7R has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") and a weight of 465 grams (1.03 lbs).
Analyze the Panasonic G3 vs Sony A7R in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the G3 and the A7R.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G3 and A7R is 83 and 78 respectively.

Panasonic G3 vs Sony A7R Sensor Comparison
Quite often, its difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by researching specs. The pic here will help give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G3 and A7R.
As you can plainly see, both of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G3 using its smaller sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony A7R will result in more detail using its extra 20MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively. The more aged G3 will be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.

Panasonic G3 vs Sony A7R Screen and ViewFinder


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Panasonic G3 vs Sony A7R Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Sony Alpha A7R | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Sony Alpha A7R |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2011-07-11 | 2014-02-13 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Full frame |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 35.9 x 24mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 861.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 36 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 7360 x 4912 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 25600 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 25 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Number of lenses | 107 | 121 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fully Articulated | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 460k dots | 1,230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | Xtra Fine LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | 2,359k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60s | 30s |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 11.00 m | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | no built-in flash |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/160s | 1/160s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) | 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 24p), 1440 x 1080 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 336g (0.74 pounds) | 465g (1.03 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 115 x 84 x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") | 127 x 94 x 48mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 56 | 95 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.0 | 25.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.6 | 14.1 |
DXO Low light score | 667 | 2746 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 270 images | 340 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FW50 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec; continuous (3 or 5 exposures)) |
Time lapse feature | With downloadable app | |
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Memory Stick Duo/Pro Duo/Pro-HG Duo |
Card slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $500 | $1,898 |