Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic S1

The following is a in depth assessment of the Panasonic GF3 versus Panasonic S1, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The resolution of the GF3 (12MP) and the S1 (12MP) is pretty well matched but the GF3 (Four Thirds) and S1 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF3 was unveiled 8 months after the S1 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S1 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summation of how the GF3 matches up versus the S1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-S1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF3 Gallery & Panasonic S1 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF3 has got exterior measurements of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Panasonic S1 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view size comparison of the GF3 compared to the S1.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF3 and S1 is 90 and 96 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by looking at specs. The image below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GF3 and S1.

All in all, both the cameras come with the identical megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The GF3 includes the bigger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The fresher GF3 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.