Panasonic G9 vs Sony HX20V

The following is a extended review of the Panasonic G9 vs Sony HX20V, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the HX20V (18MP) is very similar but the G9 (Four Thirds) and HX20V (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 was brought out 5 years after the HX20V which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX20V being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a short view of how the G9 grades against the HX20V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX20V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Sony HX20V Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera often, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G9 has got physical dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") having a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Sony HX20V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") having a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the G9 against the HX20V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G9 and HX20V is 62 and 90 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over technical specs. The picture below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 and HX20V.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G9 because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Panasonic G9 will offer you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer G9 will have a benefit in sensor tech.