Panasonic G1 vs Sony HX400V

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic G1 versus Sony HX400V, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and HX400V (20MP) and the G1 (Four Thirds) and HX400V (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The G1 was manufactured 6 years prior to the HX400V which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G1 grades against the HX400V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G1 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera regularly, you have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G1 features physical 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) and the Sony HX400V has measurements of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select during that time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the G1 against the HX400V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the G1 and HX400V is 82 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to picture the contrast in sensor sizes only by researching technical specs. The image here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 and HX400V.

As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G1 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony HX400V will result in greater detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more aged G1 will be behind in sensor tech.