Panasonic G9 vs Sony HX90V

Lets look more in depth at the Panasonic G9 and Sony HX90V, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is pretty close but the G9 (Four Thirds) and HX90V (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The G9 was manufactured 2 years later than the HX90V and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight to a thorough comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the G9 grades versus the HX90V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera often, you have to consider 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) whilst the Sony HX90V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G9 and Sony HX90V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the G9 versus the HX90V.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and HX90V is 62 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements merely by researching technical specs. The visual here will help give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G9 and HX90V.

As you have seen, both the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G9 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Panasonic G9 will render greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The newer G9 provides an edge with regard to sensor tech.