Panasonic G9 vs Sony HX300

Its time to look more in depth at the Panasonic G9 versus Sony HX300, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is very close but the G9 (Four Thirds) and HX300 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The G9 was released 4 years after the HX300 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the G9 matches up vs the HX300 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry around your camera often, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G9 comes with external measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) while the Sony HX300 has proportions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G9 versus Sony HX300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the G9 vs the HX300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and HX300 is 62 and 63 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by viewing specifications. The pic below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the G9 and HX300.

To sum up, both of those cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor sizes. The G9 has got the larger sensor which should make getting shallow depth of field easier. The more modern G9 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.