Panasonic G9 vs Sony QX10

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic G9 and Sony QX10, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Lens-style by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is very comparable but the G9 (Four Thirds) and QX10 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor measurements.

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The G9 was announced 4 years later than the QX10 and that is a fairly sizable gap 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 QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the G9 grades vs the QX10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you'll have to take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic G9 has outer measurements 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 QX10 has specifications of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view over all size comparison of the G9 and the QX10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G9 and QX10 is 62 and 96 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing just by going through specs. The photograph here might provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 and QX10.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G9 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic G9 will produce greater detail with its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern G9 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.