Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic GM1

Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic GF3 and Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the GF3 (12MP) and GM1 (16MP) but they enjoy the exact same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The GF3 was manufactured 3 years prior to the GM1 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the GF3 matches up vs the GM1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF3 has got external 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) and the Panasonic GM1 has proportions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF3 and Panasonic GM1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the GF3 against the GM1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GF3 and GM1 is 90 and 93 respectively.

Usually, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The visual below will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF3 and GM1.

As you have seen, both of these cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic GM1 to offer greater detail due to its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The older GF3 is going to be behind in sensor tech.