Panasonic G85 vs Panasonic GF3

Following is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic G85 versus Panasonic GF3, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the resolutions of the G85 (16MP) and GF3 (12MP) but they possess the exact same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The G85 was brought out 5 years after the GF3 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G85 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the G85 matches up against the GF3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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When you are aiming to carry around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G85 has external dimensions of 128mm x 89mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 505 grams (1.11 lbs) and the Panasonic GF3 has proportions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose during that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the G85 versus the GF3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G85 and GF3 is 69 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G85 and GF3.

As you have seen, both the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements but different resolution. You can anticipate the Panasonic G85 to offer greater detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The fresher G85 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.