Panasonic GX8 vs Sony NEX-3N

Following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic GX8 and Sony NEX-3N, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the GX8 (20MP) and NEX-3N (16MP) and the GX8 (Four Thirds) and NEX-3N (APS-C) boast different sensor size.

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The GX8 was brought out 2 years after the NEX-3N which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GX8 grades against the NEX-3N when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 & Sony Alpha NEX-3N. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GX8 Gallery & Sony NEX-3N Gallery.

When you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX8 comes with exterior dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Sony NEX-3N has measurements of 110mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GX8 and Sony NEX-3N in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the GX8 and the NEX-3N.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GX8 and NEX-3N is 74 and 89 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to picture the gap between sensor sizes simply by reading through specifications. The image below might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GX8 and NEX-3N.

To sum up, both of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GX8 due to its tinier sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Panasonic GX8 will give extra detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs more aggressively. The more modern GX8 should have a benefit in sensor technology.