Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic GX850

Here is a complete analysis of the Panasonic GF3 and Panasonic GX850, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras and both are designed by Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the sensor resolutions of the GF3 (12MP) and GX850 (16MP) but they enjoy the same exact sensor measurements (Four Thirds).

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The GF3 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the GX850 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a more detailed comparison, below is a short highlight of how the GF3 grades vs the GX850 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GF3 provides outer measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Panasonic GX850 has specifications of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GF3 and Panasonic GX850 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the GF3 versus the GX850.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GF3 and GX850 is 90 and 90 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing technical specs. The graphic here should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GF3 and GX850.

As you have seen, the two cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing but different megapixels. You should expect to see the Panasonic GX850 to provide you with greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics far more aggressively. The older GF3 will be behind with regard to sensor innovation.