Panasonic G3 vs Sony QX30

In this article, we are reviewing the Panasonic G3 versus Sony QX30, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Lens-style by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G3 (16MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is very close but the G3 (Four Thirds) and QX30 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The G3 was brought out 4 years prior to the QX30 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before diving through a in depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the G3 grades vs the QX30 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G3 Gallery and Sony QX30 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G3 offers external dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) whilst the Sony QX30 has dimensions of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G3 versus Sony QX30 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the G3 vs the QX30.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G3 and QX30 is 83 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The pic here will offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 and QX30.

To sum up, both of these cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G3 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony QX30 will result in extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged G3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.