Panasonic GX850 vs Sony A3000

Here is a extended analysis of the Panasonic GX850 and Sony A3000, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GX850 (16MP) and the A3000 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the GX850 (Four Thirds) and A3000 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor size.

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The GX850 was unveiled 3 years later than the A3000 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A3000 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GX850 grades against the A3000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850 & Sony Alpha A3000. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GX850 Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

For those who are looking to carry your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX850 features outside measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs) and the Sony A3000 has dimensions of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") along with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have attached during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the GX850 versus the A3000.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the GX850 and A3000 is 90 and 69 respectively.

Usually, its tough to see the gap between sensor sizing merely by reading through technical specs. The graphic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GX850 and A3000.

As you can tell, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GX850 using its tinier sensor will make getting shallow DOF tougher and the Sony A3000 will give extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more modern GX850 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.