The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 is a very slim, entry-level Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera designed for beginner photographers upgrading from point-and-shoot cameras. It features a 12.1MP Live MOS sensor, touchscreen display, and 1080p Full HD video in a compact body without an EVF or hot shoe. The GF3 is part of the Lumix GF compact series.
Product released: July 7, 2011
Latest firmware version
Version 1.2, released October 12, 2011
Last checked for updates: Oct 31, 2026 16:04 UTC
What's new in version 1.2
Optimized the operation of Four Thirds Lens with coupled with mount adapter at Ver.1.1.
Version 1.1 - October 5, 2011: Added a function for using power zoom lens. ([DISP FOCAL LENGTH], [STEP ZOOM], [ZOOM RESUME], [ZOOM SPEED], [ZOOM RING]) Click here to notice page about firmwa…
The Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 is a very slim, entry-level Micro Four Thirds mirrorless camera designed for beginner photographers upgrading from point-and-shoot cameras. It features a 12.1MP Live MOS sensor, touchscreen display, and 1080p Full HD video in a compact body without an EVF or hot shoe. The GF3 is part of the Lumix GF compact series. It was originally released on July 7, 2011.
What is the latest firmware version of Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3?
The latest firmware version of Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 is 1.2. It was released on October 12, 2011.
What changed in Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 firmware version 1.2?
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 firmware version 1.2 includes the following changes: Optimized the operation of Four Thirds Lens with coupled with mount adapter at Ver.1.1.
Where can I download the latest Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 firmware?
Details and download instructions for the latest Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3 firmware (version 1.2) are on Panasonic's official release page: https://av.jpn.support.panasonic.com/support/global/cs/dsc/download/fts/dl/gf3.html
How often does Panasonic release firmware updates for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3?
We have tracked 2 firmware versions of Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF3.