Panasonic G1 vs Sony HX350

On this page, we are evaluating the Panasonic G1 versus Sony HX350, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and HX350 (20MP) and the G1 (Four Thirds) and HX350 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The G1 was brought out 9 years earlier than the HX350 and that is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a in-depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G1 scores versus the HX350 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G1 Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G1 comes with outer measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") and a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Sony HX350 has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") having a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G1 versus Sony HX350 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the G1 versus the HX350.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G1 and HX350 is 82 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it's tough to see the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over a spec sheet. The visual underneath might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 and HX350.

Clearly, both the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G1 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX350 will offer you greater detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics more aggressively. The older G1 is going to be behind in sensor innovation.