Panasonic Lumix GF3 hands-on - Sample Images: ISO Performance

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Panasonic Lumix GF3 hands-on - Sample Images: ISO Performance

The TrustedReviews.com ISO test scene in full.

This 100% crop taken at ISO 160 shows no trace of noise.

Likewise, ISO 200 is also pin-sharp and noise free.

At ISO 400 there is just a hint of softening, but it's only visible at 100% and above.

At ISO 800 and the GF3 is still keeping noise to an minimum.

By ISO 1600 noise is becoming more visible as the image begins to soften, but only at higher magnifications. At more regular sizes images shot at this sensitivity still remain very usable.

By ISO 3200 you are going to see the effects of noise whatever size you view the image

ISO 6400 is really only for use in emergencies.

The GF3 does especially well at medium-fast sensitivities like ISO 800, where regular compacts tend to suffer

ISO 1600

ISO 3200

ISO 6400

ISO 1600

ISO 1600 - 100% crop

ISO 3200

ISO 3200 - 100% crop

ISO 6400

IS0 6400 - 100% crop