Panasonic G1 vs Sony HX50V

The following is a extended assessment of the Panasonic G1 vs Sony HX50V, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a considerable gap among the image resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and HX50V (20MP) and the G1 (Four Thirds) and HX50V (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The G1 was unveiled 5 years prior to the HX50V which is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before diving right into a in depth comparison, here is a concise view of how the G1 grades against the HX50V for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G1 Gallery & Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic G1 offers outer measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Sony HX50V has specifications of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") with a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G1 vs Sony HX50V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at that moment. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the G1 against the HX50V.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G1 and HX50V is 82 and 89 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be hard to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions simply by viewing technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G1 and HX50V.

As you have seen, the two cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G1 using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX50V will result in greater detail having an extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more aged G1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.