Panasonic G5 vs Panasonic ZR3

Here is a extensive analysis of the Panasonic G5 and Panasonic ZR3, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the ZR3 (14MP) is very comparable but the G5 (Four Thirds) and ZR3 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The G5 was released 2 years later than the ZR3 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZR3 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the G5 scores versus the ZR3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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If you're aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G5 has got outside dimensions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) and the Panasonic ZR3 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 26mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.0") accompanied by a weight of 159 grams (0.35 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G5 and Panasonic ZR3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that time. Below is the front view dimensions comparison of the G5 against the ZR3.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G5 and ZR3 is 74 and 94 respectively.

Usually, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing merely by seeing specs. The graphic below might provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G5 and ZR3.

All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G5 due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic G5 will produce more detail as a result of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop images a little more aggressively. The more recent G5 should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.