Panasonic G9 vs Sony RX10 III

Its time to look more closely at the Panasonic G9 vs Sony RX10 III, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the RX10 III (20MP) is fairly comparable but the G9 (Four Thirds) and RX10 III (1") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The G9 was revealed 20 months later than the RX10 III making them a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the G9 scores vs the RX10 III for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Sony RX10 III Gallery.

If you are intending to carry your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G9 enjoys outside dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) and the Sony RX10 III has dimensions of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") and a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G9 vs Sony RX10 III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G9 vs the RX10 III.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G9 and RX10 III is 62 and 53 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to see the difference in sensor sizing purely by checking out specifications. The graphic here should give you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 and RX10 III.

Plainly, the two cameras come with the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizing. The G9 offers the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallow DOF less difficult. The more modern G9 will have an advantage in sensor tech.