Panasonic G3 vs Sony RX10 IV

Below, we are reviewing the Panasonic G3 vs Sony RX10 IV, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the G3 (16MP) and the RX10 IV (20MP) is very comparable but the G3 (Four Thirds) and RX10 IV (1") use different sensor measurements.

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The G3 was unveiled 7 years earlier than the RX10 IV which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 IV being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a full comparison, below is a simple overview of how the G3 grades vs the RX10 IV in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 IV. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G3 Gallery & Sony RX10 IV Gallery.

When you are planning to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic G3 offers outside dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Sony RX10 IV has specifications of 133mm x 94mm x 145mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.7") having a weight of 1095 grams (2.41 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G3 vs Sony RX10 IV in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have during that time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the G3 versus the RX10 IV.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G3 and RX10 IV is 83 and 52 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by checking out specifications. The pic here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 and RX10 IV.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The G3 with its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony RX10 IV will show extra detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged G3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.