Panasonic G1 vs Sony HX5

Following is a detailed analysis of the Panasonic G1 versus Sony HX5, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G1 (12MP) and the HX5 (10MP) is relatively similar but the G1 (Four Thirds) and HX5 (1/2.4") posses different sensor measurements.

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The G1 was brought out 17 months before the HX5 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX5 being a Compact camera.

Before getting into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick overview of how the G1 scores versus the HX5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G1 Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G1 provides exterior 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) while the Sony HX5 has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") and a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G1 versus Sony HX5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the G1 vs the HX5.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 and HX5 is 82 and 92 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reviewing a spec sheet. The pic here should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 and HX5.

As you can see, each of the cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G1 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic G1 will deliver greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The more aged G1 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.