Panasonic G3 vs Sony QX100

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic G3 versus Sony QX100, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Lens-style by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G3 (16MP) and the QX100 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the G3 (Four Thirds) and QX100 (1") posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The G3 was unveiled 3 years earlier than the QX100 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the G3 grades against the QX100 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G3 Gallery & Sony QX100 Gallery.