The GF3 packs a lot of camera into its relatively compact design.
Lori Grunin
I've been reviewing hardware and software, devising testing methodology and handed out buying advice for what seems like forever; I'm currently absorbed by computers and gaming hardware, but previously spent many years concentrating on cameras. I've also volunteered with a cat rescue for over 15 years doing adoptions, designing marketing materials, managing volunteers and, of course, photographing cats.
Though it lacks a hot shoe or option for a viewfinder, the GF3 is a compact, attractive camera with a very cleverly designed flash; you can hold it back with your finger to bounce the light or simply to reduce the intensity of the light hitting the subject.
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Touch screen plus controls
The well-designed user interface combines usable virtual controls with physical ones so that you can use whichever you're most comfortable with.
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Thin
The camera is pretty thin when equipped with a pancake prime lens.
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Grip
If you're not comfortable with small cameras, the shallow grip probably won't help much.
