Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic GX1

On this page, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic GX1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and they are both produced by Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the GF3 (12MP) and GX1 (16MP) but both cameras offer the same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The GF3 was announced 6 months before the GX1 so they are both of a similar age. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick view of how the GF3 grades versus the GX1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GF3 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF3 provides outer dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Panasonic GX1 has sizing of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view scale comparison of the GF3 versus the GX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF3 and GX1 is 90 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by seeing technical specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF3 and GX1.

As you can tell, both of these cameras have the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You can count on the Panasonic GX1 to show extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively.