Panasonic GX8 vs Sony NEX-F3

Lets look closer at the Panasonic GX8 vs Sony NEX-F3, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the GX8 (20MP) and NEX-F3 (16MP) and the GX8 (Four Thirds) and NEX-F3 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX8 was introduced 2 years later than the NEX-F3 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise view of how the GX8 scores against the NEX-F3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 and Sony Alpha NEX-F3. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GX8 Gallery and Sony NEX-F3 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX8 has outer dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") along with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-F3 has proportions of 117mm x 67mm x 42mm (4.6" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 314 grams (0.69 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GX8 vs Sony NEX-F3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you select at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the GX8 vs the NEX-F3.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GX8 and NEX-F3 is 74 and 86 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to visualise the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking specifications. The photograph below will give you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX8 and NEX-F3.

Plainly, both of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX8 with its tinier sensor will make shooting bokeh more challenging and the Panasonic GX8 will give you more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern GX8 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.