Panasonic G3 vs Sony NEX-3N

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic G3 vs Sony NEX-3N, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G3 (16MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is fairly similar but the G3 (Four Thirds) and NEX-3N (APS-C) boast totally different sensor size.

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The G3 was unveiled 19 months before the NEX-3N making them a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the G3 matches up versus the NEX-3N in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic G3 Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

In case you're aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G3 offers exterior measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3N has proportions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G3 vs Sony NEX-3N in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G3 compared to the NEX-3N.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and NEX-3N is 83 and 89 respectively.

Normally, it can be tough to see the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specs. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G3 and NEX-3N.

As you can plainly see, both cameras come with the identical megapixels but not the same sensor measurements. The G3 features the tinier sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field more challenging. The older G3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.