Panasonic FZ1000 vs Sony HX300

The following is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic FZ1000 and Sony HX300, former is a Large Sensor Superzoom while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the FZ1000 (20MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is very similar but the FZ1000 (1") and HX300 (1/2.3") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The FZ1000 was released 16 months after the HX300 making them a generation away from each other. The two cameras have the same body design (SLR-like (bridge)).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FZ1000 grades versus the HX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ1000 enjoys external dimensions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") having a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) whilst the Sony HX300 has dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FZ1000 and Sony HX300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the FZ1000 against the HX300.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ1000 and HX300 is 55 and 63 respectively.

In many cases, it can be tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions only by reading technical specs. The picture here will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ1000 and HX300.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras provide the same MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The FZ1000 features the larger sensor which is going to make obtaining bokeh less difficult. The younger FZ1000 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.