Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic GF6

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic GF3 and Panasonic GF6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both are created by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the GF3 (12MP) and GF6 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The GF3 was brought out 20 months prior to the GF6 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a quick overview of how the GF3 grades versus the GF6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GF3 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF3 has physical measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Panasonic GF6 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GF3 and Panasonic GF6 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the GF3 against the GF6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GF3 and GF6 is 90 and 87 respectively.

Usually, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizes purely by looking through specifications. The picture below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GF3 and GF6.

To sum up, both cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can expect the Panasonic GF6 to provide you with greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The more aged GF3 will be disadvantaged in sensor technology.