Panasonic GF1 vs Sony FX3

Below is a extensive overview of the Panasonic GF1 and Sony FX3, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GF1 (12MP) and the FX3 (12MP) is fairly similar but the GF1 (Four Thirds) and FX3 (Full frame) posses different sensor dimensions.

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The GF1 was unveiled 12 years before the FX3 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short summation of how the GF1 grades versus the FX3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 and Sony FX3. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF1 Gallery and Sony FX3 Gallery.

For those who are going to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GF1 comes with exterior measurements of 119mm x 71mm x 36mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Sony FX3 has specifications of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") with a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).

See the Panasonic GF1 and Sony FX3 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the GF1 vs the FX3.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF1 and FX3 is 85 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it is hard to imagine the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The photograph here might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GF1 and FX3.

As you can see, both of those cameras have the same megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The GF1 includes the tinier sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field more challenging. The older GF1 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.