Panasonic GX9 vs Sony TX5

In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic GX9 and Sony TX5, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and TX5 (10MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and TX5 (1/2.4") possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX9 was revealed 8 years later than the TX5 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony TX5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise overview of how the GX9 matches up vs the TX5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-TX5. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Sony TX5 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX9 features external 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 TX5 has dimensions of 94mm x 57mm x 18mm (3.7" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GX9 and Sony TX5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view scale comparison of the GX9 compared to the TX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX9 and TX5 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by viewing specs. The graphic here should offer you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GX9 and TX5.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX9 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Panasonic GX9 will result in extra detail because of its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer GX9 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.