Panasonic GX9 vs Sony HX7V

The following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic GX9 versus Sony HX7V, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap between the resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and HX7V (16MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and HX7V (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The GX9 was launched 6 years after the HX7V which is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a complete comparison, here is a brief view of how the GX9 scores against the HX7V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Sony HX7V Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX9 enjoys exterior dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") along with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Sony HX7V has sizing of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GX9 versus Sony HX7V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the GX9 vs the HX7V.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX9 and HX7V is 82 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The picture here may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX9 and HX7V.

Clearly, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX9 due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GX9 will deliver greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The newer GX9 will have a benefit in sensor technology.