Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax E90

Below, we will be matching up the Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax E90, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GF3 (12MP) and the E90 (10MP) is relatively close but the GF3 (Four Thirds) and E90 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF3 was introduced 19 months later than the E90 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax E90 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a in depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the GF3 grades versus the E90 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Pentax Optio E90. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Pentax E90 Gallery.

When you are going to carry your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF3 enjoys external 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 E90 has proportions of 102mm x 59mm x 25mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.0") with a weight of 145 grams (0.32 lbs).

See the Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax E90 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the GF3 versus the E90.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF3 and E90 is 90 and 94 respectively.

Typically, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing just by viewing specifications. The graphic here will offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF3 and E90.

Plainly, both of those cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GF3 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic GF3 will result in more detail using its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more modern GF3 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.