Panasonic G1 vs Sony WX300

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic G1 versus Sony WX300, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the G1 (12MP) and WX300 (18MP) and the G1 (Four Thirds) and WX300 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The G1 was announced 5 years prior to the WX300 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX300 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief overview of how the G1 grades against the WX300 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX300. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G1 Gallery & Sony WX300 Gallery.

If you are going to carry around your camera, you need to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G1 has got exterior dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs) and the Sony WX300 has dimensions of 96mm x 55mm x 25mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 1.0") and a weight of 166 grams (0.37 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G1 versus Sony WX300 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view over all size comparison of the G1 and the WX300.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the G1 and WX300 is 82 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to envision the difference in sensor sizes simply by going through technical specs. The picture here will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G1 and WX300.

As you have seen, each of the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The G1 having a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony WX300 will provide greater detail with its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more aged G1 will be behind in sensor tech.