Panasonic GX9 vs Sony QX100

Here, we are matching up the Panasonic GX9 vs Sony QX100, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Lens-style by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GX9 (20MP) and the QX100 (20MP) is very close but the GX9 (Four Thirds) and QX100 (1") offer different sensor sizing.

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The GX9 was revealed 4 years later than the QX100 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before diving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the GX9 matches up against the QX100 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GX9 Gallery & Sony QX100 Gallery.

When you are intending to lug around your camera, you should think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX9 enjoys external 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) whilst the Sony QX100 has sizing of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") along with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GX9 vs Sony QX100 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you select at that moment. Underneath is a front view scale comparison of the GX9 vs the QX100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GX9 and QX100 is 82 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements just by viewing technical specs. The photograph underneath might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX9 and QX100.

As you can tell, both the cameras feature the identical MP but different sensor measurements. The GX9 features the larger sensor which should make getting shallower DOF less difficult. The more recent GX9 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.