Panasonic GF3 vs Pentax H90

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic GF3 and Pentax H90, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GF3 (12MP) and the H90 (12MP) is very close but the GF3 (Four Thirds) and H90 (1/2.3") offer different sensor measurements.

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The GF3 was unveiled 19 months after the H90 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF3 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax H90 being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise summation of how the GF3 matches up vs the H90 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 & Pentax Optio H90. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF3 Gallery & Pentax H90 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic GF3 has 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) and the Pentax H90 has specifications of 101mm x 65mm x 28mm (4.0" x 2.6" x 1.1") having a weight of 153 grams (0.34 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GF3 and Pentax H90 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the GF3 and the H90.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GF3 and H90 is 90 and 93 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes purely by viewing a spec sheet. The image below might give you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the GF3 and H90.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor sizes. The GF3 comes with the larger sensor which will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult. The more recent GF3 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.