Panasonic GX9 vs Sony HX400V

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic GX9 versus Sony HX400V, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GX9 (20MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is relatively similar but the GX9 (Four Thirds) and HX400V (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The GX9 was revealed 4 years after the HX400V which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the GX9 scores vs the HX400V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GX9 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX9 provides outer measurements of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Sony HX400V has proportions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic GX9 versus Sony HX400V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the GX9 and the HX400V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GX9 and HX400V is 82 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading technical specs. The image underneath will give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GX9 and HX400V.

As you can tell, both of the cameras come with the identical resolution albeit different sensor sizes. The GX9 has got the bigger sensor which is going to make obtaining shallower depth of field less difficult. The newer GX9 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.