Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic LZ20

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic GF3 versus Panasonic LZ20, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are created by Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the GF3 (12MP) and LZ20 (16MP) and the GF3 (Four Thirds) and LZ20 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The GF3 was introduced 11 months earlier than the LZ20 and they are both of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the GF3 grades versus the LZ20 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GF3 Gallery & Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GF3 provides 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) and the Panasonic LZ20 has specifications of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") having a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the GF3 vs the LZ20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GF3 and LZ20 is 90 and 71 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by going over specs. The graphic below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF3 and LZ20.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GF3 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic LZ20 will offer you greater detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The older GF3 is going to be behind with regard to sensor innovation.