Panasonic G1 vs Sony HX7V

On this page, we are reviewing the Panasonic G1 vs Sony HX7V, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and HX7V (16MP) and the G1 (Four Thirds) and HX7V (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizes.

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The G1 was introduced 3 years prior to the HX7V which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX7V being a Compact camera.

Before going into a thorough comparison, here is a short overview of how the G1 matches up versus the HX7V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX7V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G1 Gallery & Sony HX7V Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G1 enjoys physical dimensions 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 HX7V has proportions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 208 grams (0.46 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G1 vs Sony HX7V in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the G1 and the HX7V.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the G1 and HX7V is 82 and 92 respectively.

Often, it can be tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizes merely by going over a spec sheet. The image underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the G1 and HX7V.

Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G1 with its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Sony HX7V will deliver more detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop images a bit more aggressively. The more aged G1 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.