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Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3
Camera summary
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3, made by Panasonic, is a powerful Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera. Announced on Aug. 11, 2011.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
4.1 out of 5 stars
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| 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-GF2, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5, 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-GF5
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 12 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-GF2
Camera summary
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2, made by Panasonic, is a powerful Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera. Announced on Feb. 24, 2011.
See full specifications| Feature | Score |
|---|---|
| Autofocus specs |
3.6 out of 5 stars
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| 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 |
2.8 out of 5 stars
|
Predecessor
This camera builds on the success of its predecessor, the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1, with advanced features and improved performance.
Compare this camera to the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1
Successor
This camera has now been superseeded by the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3, 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-GF3
Sensor
This camera has a CMOS sensor with a 12 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.
Autofocus specs |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
No |
| Af tracking | Yes |
Yes |
| Number of cross focus points | - | - |
| Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Connectivity |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
| HDMI | Yes |
Yes |
| USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| Wireless connectivity | - | - |
| DXO color depth | 20.6 | 21.2 |
| DXO dynamic range | 10.1 | 10.3 |
| DXO low light ISO | 459.0 | 506.0 |
| DXO overall score | 50.0 | 54.0 |
Exposure mode |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
| 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-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
| AKA | - | - |
| announced | Aug. 11, 2011 | Feb. 24, 2011 |
| Body type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
| brand | Panasonic | Panasonic |
| msrp | $289.99 | $329.99 |
| model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
| Predecessor model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF1 |
| Successor model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 |
Lense |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
| 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-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
| GPS | - | - |
| Self-timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | 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-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
| AE bracketing | Yes |
Yes |
| Aperture priority | Yes |
Yes |
| Built-in flash | Yes |
Yes |
| Custom white balance | Yes |
Yes |
| Exposure compensation | Yes |
Yes |
| External flash | No |
Yes |
| Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
| Flash range | 6.30 m | 6.00 m |
| Image stabilization | No |
No |
| Manual exposure mode | Yes |
Yes |
| Max continuous shooting | 3.0 fps | 3.0 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-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
| Battery life | 300 shots | 300 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 | 108 x 67 x 32mm | 113 x 68 x 33mm |
| Shock proof | No |
No |
| Water proof | No |
No |
| Weight | 264 grs | 310 grs |
Screen |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
| Live view | Yes |
Yes |
| Screen resolution | 460 | 460 |
| Screen size | - | - |
| Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
| Touch screen | Yes |
Yes |
Sensor |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
| Max boosted ISO | - | - |
| Max image resolution | 4000 x 3000 | 4000 x 3000 |
| Max native ISO | 6400 | 6400 |
| Min native ISO | 160 | 100 |
| RAW support | Yes |
Yes |
| Sensor area | - | - |
| Sensor dimensions | 17.3 x 13 mm | 17.3 x 13 mm |
| Sensor resolution | 12 | 12 |
| Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Headphone port |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
| Headphone port | No |
No |
| Max video resolution | 1920 x 1080 | 1920 x 1080 |
| Microphone port | No |
No |
| Video formats | AVCHD, Motion JPEG | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
| Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720p (60, 30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Viewfinder |
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 |
| viewfinder | - | - |
| viewfinder coverage | - | - |
| viewfinder magnification | - | - |
| viewfinder resolution | no electronic viewfinder | no electronic viewfinder |