Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic GF7

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic GF3 and Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both are built by Panasonic. There exists a big gap among the image resolutions of the GF3 (12MP) and GF7 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The GF3 was introduced 4 years earlier than the GF7 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a full comparison, below is a brief view of how the GF3 matches up versus the GF7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GF3 comes with outside measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF7 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF3 and Panasonic GF7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the GF3 vs the GF7.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF3 and GF7 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Typically, its difficult to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GF3 and GF7.

Clearly, each of the cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit different MP. You should expect the Panasonic GF7 to provide you with greater detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The older GF3 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.