Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax K110D

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic GF3 versus Pentax K110D, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. There exists a substantial gap among the image resolutions of the GF3 (12MP) and K110D (6MP) and the GF3 (Four Thirds) and K110D (APS-C) enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The GF3 was launched 5 years after the K110D which is a fairly big difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax K110D being a Compact SLR camera.

Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the GF3 scores vs the K110D with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 & Pentax K110D. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF3 Gallery & Pentax K110D Gallery.

For those who are looking to travel with your camera often, you need to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic GF3 has got physical 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 Pentax K110D has specifications of 129mm x 93mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 2.8") having a weight of 585 grams (1.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF3 versus Pentax K110D in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the GF3 versus the K110D.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF3 and K110D is 90 and 67 respectively.

Normally, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor dimensions simply by viewing specifications. The image here might provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF3 and K110D.

Plainly, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GF3 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic GF3 will provide you with greater detail utilizing its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger GF3 provides a benefit in sensor technology.