Panasonic GM5 vs Sony NEX-3N

On this page, we will be evaluating the Panasonic GM5 vs Sony NEX-3N, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GM5 (16MP) and the NEX-3N (16MP) is relatively close but the GM5 (Four Thirds) and NEX-3N (APS-C) boast different sensor sizes.

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The GM5 was launched 19 months later than the NEX-3N which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both of these cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before going right into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise view of how the GM5 matches up vs the NEX-3N with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5 & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GM5 Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will want to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic GM5 provides outside dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-3N has specifications of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the GM5 versus the NEX-3N.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GM5 and NEX-3N is 91 and 89 respectively.

Quite often, it's hard to picture the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching specifications. The photograph underneath should give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GM5 and NEX-3N.

Plainly, both of those cameras have the same megapixels albeit different sensor sizing. The GM5 includes the smaller sensor which will make obtaining shallower DOF more difficult. The newer GM5 should have an edge with regard to sensor tech.