Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic ZS3

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic GF3 vs Panasonic ZS3, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF3 (12MP) and the ZS3 (10MP) is relatively close but the GF3 (Four Thirds) and ZS3 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The GF3 was brought out 2 years after the ZS3 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the GF3 matches up against the ZS3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

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For anyone who is looking to travel with your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF3 enjoys 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) whilst the Panasonic ZS3 has sizing of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the GF3 and the ZS3.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GF3 and ZS3 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor dimensions just by looking through specs. The picture underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF3 and ZS3.

All in all, the 2 cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GF3 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic GF3 will result in more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer GF3 will have an advantage in sensor technology.