Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600
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Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 264g - 108 x 67 x 32mm
- Released August 2011
- Superseded the Panasonic GF2
- Updated by Panasonic GF5
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 32000 (Expand to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Sony E Mount
- 503g - 120 x 67 x 69mm
- Released August 2019
- Newer Model is Sony A6700
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Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 Overview
Here is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the GF3 (12MP) and A6600 (24MP) and the GF3 (Four Thirds) and A6600 (APS-C) have totally different sensor dimensions.
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The GF3 was unveiled 9 years prior to the A6600 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick summary of how the GF3 matches up versus the A6600 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 and Sony Alpha a6600. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF3 Gallery and Sony A6600 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF3 over the Sony A6600
GF3 | A6600 |
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Reasons to pick Sony A6600 over the Panasonic GF3
A6600 | GF3 | |||
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Released | August 2019 | ![]() | August 2011 | Fresher by 97 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen resolution | 922k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer screen (+462k dot) |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Take selfies |
Common features in the Panasonic GF3 and Sony A6600
GF3 | A6600 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen size | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen sizing |
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry your camera, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF3 has got external dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 264 grams (0.58 lbs) and the Sony A6600 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") accompanied by a weight of 503 grams (1.11 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the GF3 vs the A6600.
![Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 size comparison Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GF3-vs-Sony-Alpha-a6600-size-comparison.jpg)
Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GF3 and A6600 is 90 and 77 respectively.
![Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 top view buttons comparison Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GF3-vs-Sony-Alpha-a6600-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it can be difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizing simply by reading specifications. The visual below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GF3 and A6600.
Plainly, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GF3 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field more difficult and the Sony A6600 will offer more detail having an extra 12MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively. The older GF3 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.
![Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 sensor size comparison Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GF3-vs-Sony-Alpha-a6600-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 Screen and ViewFinder
![Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-GF3-vs-Sony-Alpha-a6600-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Panasonic GF3 vs Sony A6600 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Sony Alpha a6600 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Panasonic | Sony |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Sony Alpha a6600 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2011-08-11 | 2019-08-28 |
Body design | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Venus Engine FHD | Bionz X |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 23.5 x 15.6mm |
Sensor area | 224.9mm² | 366.6mm² |
Sensor resolution | 12MP | 24MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 6000 x 4000 |
Maximum native ISO | 6400 | 32000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | - | 102400 |
Lowest native ISO | 160 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 425 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Sony E |
Amount of lenses | 107 | 121 |
Crop factor | 2.1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 460k dot | 922k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | - |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 2,359k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.71x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 60 seconds | 30 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 3.0 frames/s | 11.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 6.30 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Flash off, Autoflash, Fill-flash, Rear Sync., Slow Sync., Red-eye reduction (On/Off selectable), Hi-speed sync, Wireless |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/160 seconds | - |
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) | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, XAVC S, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 1920x1080 | 3840x2160 |
Video file format | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD, XAVC S |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | None | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | Yes |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 264 gr (0.58 lb) | 503 gr (1.11 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 108 x 67 x 32mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.3") | 120 x 67 x 69mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 50 | 82 |
DXO Color Depth score | 20.6 | 23.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 10.1 | 13.4 |
DXO Low light score | 459 | 1497 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 810 shots |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | NP-FZ1000 |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC + Memory Stick Pro Duo |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $360 | $1,198 |