Panasonic G9 vs Sony WX300

Following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic G9 and Sony WX300, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the G9 (20MP) and the WX300 (18MP) is fairly close but the G9 (Four Thirds) and WX300 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The G9 was revealed 4 years after the WX300 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.

Before delving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the G9 grades versus the WX300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G9 Gallery and Sony WX300 Gallery.

If you're planning to carry around your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G9 offers outer dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") and a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Sony WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") with a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G9 and Sony WX300 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view over all size comparison of the G9 versus the WX300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G9 and WX300 is 62 and 94 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to visualise the difference in sensor sizes merely by viewing specifications. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the G9 and WX300.

To sum up, each of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G9 with its larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic G9 will provide you with greater detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more modern G9 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.