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Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3
Camera summary
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3, made by Panasonic, is a powerful SLR-style mirrorless camera. Announced on July 11, 2011.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.1 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.2 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
2.9 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 23 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: AVCHD, Motion JPEG.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5
Camera summary
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5, made by Panasonic, is a powerful SLR-style mirrorless camera. Announced on July 17, 2012.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.1 out of 5 stars
|
| Connectivity |
3.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Exposure mode |
2.5 out of 5 stars
|
| Photography features |
4.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Physical |
0.3 out of 5 stars
|
| Average Score |
2.9 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6, which has more advanced features and characteristics, it would also be easier to get, especially new. Take that into account.
Aside from that, consider that you may probably need to update your camera soon and finding accesories could be more difficult compared to its successor. Of course you can expect a lower price for this camera as a compensation.
Compare this camera to its successor Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 16 Megapixels resolution.
Focus points
This camera has 23 focus points. AF Face detection available, ideal for portraits and selfies. It offers AF tracking, which allows you to track moving objects
Max video resolutions
Expect recording in 1920 x 1080 with support for the following formats: MPEG-4, AVCHD.
Connectivity
Built-in wireless connectivity. Support for HDMI, so you can connect it to screens, monitors or any compatible device. Support for USB, transfer files and upgrade your camera's software directly from your computer.
Other features
This camera doesn't include a microphone port, which can be a major headache when recording video or interviews, consider it before buying it.
Autofocus specs |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
|---|---|---|
| Af center | No |
No |
| Af continuous | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Contrast Detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af Face detection | Yes |
Yes |
| Af live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Af multi area | Yes |
Yes |
| Af phase detection | No |
No |
| Af selective | Yes |
Yes |
| Af single | Yes |
Yes |
| Af touch | Yes |
Yes |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Connectivity |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - | - |
| DXO color depth | 21.0 | 21.4 |
| DXO dynamic range | 10.6 | 11.6 |
| DXO low light ISO | 667.0 | 618.0 |
| DXO overall score | 56.0 | 61.0 |
Exposure mode |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
| AF area | No |
No |
| average | No |
No |
| Center weighted | Yes |
Yes |
| Multi segment | Yes |
Yes |
| partial | No |
No |
| spot | Yes |
Yes |
General |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | July 11, 2011 | July 17, 2012 |
| Body type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
| brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| msrp | $499.99 | $134.99 |
| model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
| Predecessor model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 |
| Successor model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 |
Lense |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
| Focal length multiplier | 2× | 2× |
| Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
| Manual focus | Yes |
Yes |
| Macro focus range | - | - |
| Number of lenses | 128 | 128 |
Other features |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
| Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
| Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
| Timelapse recording | No |
No |
Photography features |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Flash range | 11.00 m | 10.50 m |
| Image stabilization | No |
No |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 4.0 fps | 6.0 fps |
| Max mechanical shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/4000s |
| Minimum shutter speed | 60 | 60 |
| Shutter priority | Yes |
Yes |
| WB bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
Physical |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
| Battery life | 270 shots | 320 shots |
| Battery model | - | - |
| Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Crush proof | No |
No |
| Dust proof | No |
No |
| Environmental sealing | No |
No |
| Freeze proof | No |
No |
| Physical dimensions | 115 x 84 x 47mm | 120 x 83 x 71mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 336 grs | 396 grs |
Screen |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 460 | 920 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
| Touch screen | Yes |
Yes |
Sensor |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | - |
| Max image resolution | 4592 x 3448 | 4608 x 3456 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 12800 |
| Min native ISO | 160 | 160 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13 mm | 17.3 x 13 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 16 | 16 |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Headphone port |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | No |
No |
| Video formats | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Viewfinder |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
| viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dots | 1,440k dots |