Panasonic G1 vs Sony HX1

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic G1 and Sony HX1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a crucial difference between the sensor resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the G1 (Four Thirds) and HX1 (1/2.4") possess different sensor sizing.

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The G1 was manufactured 3 months prior to the HX1 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a simple summation of how the G1 grades versus the HX1 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G1 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry around your camera, you will have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G1 features outside measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") along with a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has proportions of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G1 and Sony HX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the G1 compared to the HX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G1 and HX1 is 82 and 67 respectively.

Generally, its tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes just by reading specifications. The picture underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 and HX1.

Plainly, each of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G1 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic G1 will offer you more detail due to its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics much more aggressively.