Panasonic G3 review

An advanced GF2, or a slim-line G2?

Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3
More compact than the G2, but with more controls than the GF2

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Panasonic G3: Our sample images

pond

No exposure compensation was required here despite the large patch of bright sky.

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gargoyle

The texture of the stone has been captured well

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Mower

Shot wide open (f/5.6) at 42mm with the kit lens to minimise depth of field, Panasonic's 45mm f/2.9 lens would've been a better bet

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tree

The green is a little on the vibrant side in this shot

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cafe

Taken at ISO 3200 while looking away from the subject and using Touch Shutter to trigger the exposure. The Auto white balance system has done well in the mixed lighting

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lowlevel

The articulated screen makes it easy to shot from very low angles. Again, no exposure compensation applied here

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Bike

The subtle colours have been recorded accurately here

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No bikes

The G3 is a good choice of camera for street and reportage photography

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