Panasonic G1 vs Sony WX5

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic G1 vs Sony WX5, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G1 (12MP) and the WX5 (12MP) is fairly similar but the G1 (Four Thirds) and WX5 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The G1 was launched 17 months earlier than the WX5 making them a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony WX5 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the G1 scores vs the WX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-WX5. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G1 Gallery & Sony WX5 Gallery.

If you're planning to lug around your camera often, you have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic G1 offers 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 WX5 has sizing of 92mm x 52mm x 22mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.9") and a weight of 146 grams (0.32 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic G1 vs Sony WX5 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the G1 compared to the WX5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G1 and WX5 is 82 and 95 respectively.

Quite often, its difficult to imagine the difference between sensor measurements only by reviewing specifications. The photograph below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G1 and WX5.

To sum up, each of the cameras come with the identical megapixel count but different sensor measurements. The G1 uses the larger sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field simpler. The older G1 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor technology.