Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic SZ7

Below, we are evaluating the Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic SZ7, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF3 (12MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is very similar but the GF3 (Four Thirds) and SZ7 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The GF3 was brought out 5 months prior to the SZ7 and they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ7 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the GF3 matches up vs the SZ7 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GF3 features external dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ7 has specifications of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") with a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the GF3 against the SZ7.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GF3 and SZ7 is 90 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The visual underneath will help provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF3 and SZ7.

Plainly, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The GF3 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic SZ7 will deliver extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively.