Panasonic G10 vs Sony HX1

Here is a in-depth review of the Panasonic G10 versus Sony HX1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference between the image resolutions of the G10 (12MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the G10 (Four Thirds) and HX1 (1/2.4") have totally different sensor sizes.

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The G10 was announced 16 months later than the HX1 making them a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G10 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the G10 matches up vs the HX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G10 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G10 features exterior dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") along with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the G10 vs the HX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the G10 and HX1 is 72 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing simply by going over specs. The photograph here should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the G10 and HX1.

All in all, both of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G10 having a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic G10 will offer greater detail with its extra 3MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more recent G10 is going to have an edge in sensor tech.