Panasonic 3D1 vs Sony HX300

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic 3D1 and Sony HX300, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the 3D1 (12MP) and HX300 (20MP) but both cameras boast the same sensor measurements (1/2.3").

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The 3D1 was introduced 15 months earlier than the HX300 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a full comparison, here is a simple view of how the 3D1 scores versus the HX300 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic 3D1 Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic 3D1 features physical dimensions of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") and a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs) whilst the Sony HX300 has proportions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic 3D1 and Sony HX300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the 3D1 versus the HX300.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the 3D1 and HX300 is 93 and 63 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The photograph below may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the 3D1 and HX300.

Plainly, both of these cameras provide the same sensor dimensions but different resolution. You can expect to see the Sony HX300 to offer more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The older 3D1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.