Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax K100D S
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Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax K100D S 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
- Announced August 2011
- Older Model is Panasonic GF2
- Later Model is Panasonic GF5
(Full Review)
- 6MP - APS-C Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- No Video
- Pentax KAF2 Mount
- 646g - 129 x 91 x 71mm
- Announced June 2007
- Older Model is Pentax K100D
- Successor is Pentax K200D
Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax K100D S Overview
Here is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax K100D S, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level DSLR by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the GF3 (12MP) and K100D S (6MP) and the GF3 (Four Thirds) and K100D S (APS-C) possess different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe GF3 was revealed 4 years later than the K100D S and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K100D S being a Compact SLR camera.
Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the GF3 matches up versus the K100D S with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax K100D S Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Pentax K100D Super. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Pentax K100D S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF3 over the Pentax K100D S
GF3 | K100D S | |||
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Announced | August 2011 | June 2007 | Fresher by 51 months | |
Display dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 460k | 210k | Sharper display (+250k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Pentax K100D S over the Panasonic GF3
K100D S | GF3 |
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Common features in the Panasonic GF3 and Pentax K100D S
GF3 | K100D S | |||
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Manually focus | More exact focus | |||
Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax K100D S Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF3 offers exterior dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) whilst the Pentax K100D S has proportions of 129mm x 91mm x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") and a weight of 646 grams (1.42 lbs).
Check out the Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax K100D S in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose at that time. Following is the front view size comparison of the GF3 against the K100D S.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF3 and K100D S is 90 and 65 respectively.
Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax K100D S Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing purely by looking through specifications. The photograph underneath should offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF3 and K100D S.
Plainly, both of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GF3 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field tougher and the Panasonic GF3 will result in greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern GF3 provides an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax K100D S Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Pentax K100D Super | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Pentax |
Model type | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Pentax K100D Super |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level DSLR |
Announced | 2011-08-11 | 2007-06-28 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Compact SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12 megapixels | 6 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 3008 x 2008 |
Highest native ISO | 6400 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 200 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 23 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Micro Four Thirds | Pentax KAF2 |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 151 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Display resolution | 460 thousand dots | 210 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 96% |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 60 secs | 30 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 6.30 m | - |
Flash settings | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye reduction |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/160 secs | 1/180 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 264 grams (0.58 pounds) | 646 grams (1.42 pounds) |
Dimensions | 108 x 67 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 129 x 91 x 71mm (5.1" x 3.6" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 50 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | 20.6 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 10.1 | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | 459 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | 4 x AA |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC card |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail cost | $360 | $520 |