Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic FZ300

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic GX9 versus Panasonic FZ300, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both offered by Panasonic. There is a big difference among the sensor resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and FZ300 (12MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and FZ300 (1/2.3") have different sensor sizes.

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The GX9 was brought out 2 years after the FZ300 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a in depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the GX9 matches up versus the FZ300 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Panasonic FZ300 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX9 comes with outside dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") and a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Panasonic FZ300 has proportions of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") and a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GX9 versus Panasonic FZ300 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the GX9 and the FZ300.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GX9 and FZ300 is 82 and 59 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions only by checking out technical specs. The picture below might provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX9 and FZ300.

As you have seen, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GX9 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic GX9 will produce more detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The younger GX9 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.