Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic GH1

Following is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic GH1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the GF3 (12MP) and the GH1 (12MP) is pretty comparable and both cameras posses the same sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The GF3 was manufactured 2 years after the GH1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the GF3 grades vs the GH1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera often, you should consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF3 enjoys outer dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH1 has sizing of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") along with a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic GH1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the GF3 compared to the GH1.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GF3 and GH1 is 90 and 81 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by checking out a spec sheet. The image here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF3 and GH1.

Clearly, the two cameras have the same sensor dimensions and the same exact MP and you should expect comparable quality of photos however you should factor the release date of the cameras into account. The younger GF3 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.