Panasonic GX9 vs Sony H20

In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic GX9 and Sony H20, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the image resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and H20 (10MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and H20 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The GX9 was released 8 years later than the H20 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H20 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the GX9 grades against the H20 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H20. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Sony H20 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic GX9 comes with outside measurements of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") along with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Sony H20 has specifications of 107mm x 69mm x 47mm (4.2" x 2.7" x 1.9") with a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GX9 and Sony H20 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the GX9 vs the H20.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GX9 and H20 is 82 and 87 respectively.

Typically, its hard to visualise the gap in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The graphic here might provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GX9 and H20.

As you have seen, both cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX9 due to its larger sensor will make shooting bokeh simpler and the Panasonic GX9 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The newer GX9 will have an edge in sensor tech.