Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic GH5

Below, we are analyzing the Panasonic GF3 and Panasonic GH5, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless and they are both built by Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the GF3 (12MP) and GH5 (20MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The GF3 was brought out 6 years prior to the GH5 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief view of how the GF3 scores versus the GH5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Panasonic GH5 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you're going to have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF3 has got outside dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH5 has measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GF3 and Panasonic GH5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view size comparison of the GF3 and the GH5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GF3 and GH5 is 90 and 59 respectively.

Generally, its hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing specifications. The pic below should provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GF3 and GH5.

To sum up, each of the cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements but different MP. You should anticipate the Panasonic GH5 to show more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged GF3 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.