Panasonic G5 vs Sony NEX-3N

Lets take a deeper look at the Panasonic G5 versus Sony NEX-3N, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G5 (16MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is fairly comparable but the G5 (Four Thirds) and NEX-3N (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The G5 was brought out 7 months prior to the NEX-3N and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-3N being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a complete comparison, here is a short highlight of how the G5 grades vs the NEX-3N with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 and Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G5 Gallery and Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

For those who are intending to lug around your camera, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G5 has outer measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3N has dimensions of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G5 versus Sony NEX-3N in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the G5 and the NEX-3N.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G5 and NEX-3N is 74 and 89 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor measurements simply by seeing technical specs. The graphic here should offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G5 and NEX-3N.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical megapixels but different sensor measurements. The G5 has got the smaller sensor which is going to make achieving shallower DOF tougher. The older G5 will be behind in sensor tech.