Panasonic GF8 vs Sony A7R III

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic GF8 versus Sony A7R III, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the GF8 (16MP) and A7R III (42MP) and the GF8 (Four Thirds) and A7R III (Full frame) have totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF8 was unveiled 20 months prior to the A7R III which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A7R III being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the GF8 grades vs the A7R III with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 & Sony Alpha A7R III. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF8 Gallery & Sony A7R III Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry around your camera often, you need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GF8 comes with outer 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) while the Sony A7R III has specifications of 127mm x 96mm x 74mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.9") with a weight of 657 grams (1.45 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF8 versus Sony A7R III in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Underneath is a front view measurement comparison of the GF8 against the A7R III.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GF8 and A7R III is 90 and 63 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes only by looking at specs. The picture below may give you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF8 and A7R III.

All in all, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GF8 with its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh trickier and the Sony A7R III will resolve extra detail having an extra 26MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged GF8 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.