Panasonic GM1 vs Sony NEX-C3

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic GM1 vs Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is pretty similar but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and NEX-C3 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The GM1 was released 2 years after the NEX-C3 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the GM1 grades versus the NEX-C3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 & Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GM1 Gallery & Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GM1 comes with exterior dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony NEX-C3 has dimensions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the GM1 versus the NEX-C3.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GM1 and NEX-C3 is 93 and 91 respectively.

Typically, it is very tough to see the gap between sensor dimensions only by reviewing specifications. The picture here will help offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GM1 and NEX-C3.

Plainly, both cameras provide the same megapixel count albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The GM1 offers the tinier sensor which will make obtaining shallower depth of field more difficult. The more modern GM1 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.