Panasonic GH3 vs Sony A560

In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic GH3 and Sony A560, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level DSLR by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GH3 (16MP) and the A560 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the GH3 (Four Thirds) and A560 (APS-C) come with different sensor measurements.

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The GH3 was launched 2 years later than the A560 and that is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A560 being a Compact SLR camera.

Before diving straight into a in depth comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the GH3 scores versus the A560 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3 & Sony Alpha DSLR-A560. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH3 Gallery & Sony A560 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic GH3 features external measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") along with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs) and the Sony A560 has specifications of 137mm x 104mm x 84mm (5.4" x 4.1" x 3.3") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the GH3 vs the A560.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GH3 and A560 is 66 and 64 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the GH3 and A560.

All in all, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GH3 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic GH3 will provide greater detail utilizing its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer GH3 provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.