Panasonic GF7 vs Sony NEX-C3

The following is a detailed comparison of the Panasonic GF7 versus Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the GF7 (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is fairly similar but the GF7 (Four Thirds) and NEX-C3 (APS-C) boast different sensor dimensions.

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The GF7 was brought out 3 years after the NEX-C3 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the GF7 matches up versus the NEX-C3 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7 & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GF7 Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

If you are going to travel with your camera, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF7 offers exterior dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") along with a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony NEX-C3 has measurements of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. Below is a front view dimension comparison of the GF7 against the NEX-C3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GF7 and NEX-C3 is 90 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading technical specs. The picture below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF7 and NEX-C3.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor dimensions. The GF7 has the tinier sensor which is going to make achieving bokeh tougher. The more recent GF7 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.