Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic ZS15
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Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic ZS15 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 264g - 108 x 67 x 32mm
- Launched August 2011
- Previous Model is Panasonic GF2
- Replacement is Panasonic GF5
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-384mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 208g - 105 x 58 x 33mm
- Announced June 2012
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ25
- Replacement is Panasonic ZS20
Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic ZS15 Overview
Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GF3 versus Panasonic ZS15, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the GF3 (12MP) and the ZS15 (12MP) is relatively comparable but the GF3 (Four Thirds) and ZS15 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe GF3 was released 10 months prior to the ZS15 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS15 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the GF3 matches up vs the ZS15 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic ZS15 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Panasonic ZS15 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF3 over the Panasonic ZS15
GF3 | ZS15 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS15 over the Panasonic GF3
ZS15 | GF3 | |||
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Announced | June 2012 | August 2011 | More recent by 10 months |
Common features in the Panasonic GF3 and Panasonic ZS15
GF3 | ZS15 | |||
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Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Screen size | 3" | 3" | Same screen dimensions | |
Screen resolution | 460k | 460k | Same screen resolution | |
Selfie screen | Neither contains selfie screen |
Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic ZS15 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF3 has got outside dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS15 has dimensions of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).
Check the Panasonic GF3 versus Panasonic ZS15 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have at that moment. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the GF3 and the ZS15.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GF3 and ZS15 is 90 and 92 respectively.
Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic ZS15 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor measurements merely by checking out technical specs. The photograph below will offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF3 and ZS15.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras come with the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor measurements. The GF3 has got the bigger sensor which should make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The older GF3 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.
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Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic ZS15 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS15 |
Also referred to as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ25 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Launched | 2011-08-11 | 2012-06-29 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-384mm (16.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 3cm |
Number of lenses | 107 | - |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3" | 3" |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | None |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 15 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0 frames/s | 2.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | 6.40 m |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/160 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 264g (0.58 pounds) | 208g (0.46 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 67 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 105 x 58 x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 459 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photos | 260 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Price at launch | $360 | $279 |