Panasonic G3 vs Sony HX350

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic G3 versus Sony HX350, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the G3 (16MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is very well matched but the G3 (Four Thirds) and HX350 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor size.

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The G3 was unveiled 6 years earlier than the HX350 and that is quite a significant gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the G3 scores against the HX350 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G3 Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you have to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G3 comes with exterior dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") with a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Sony HX350 has proportions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic G3 versus Sony HX350 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the G3 and the HX350.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the G3 and HX350 is 83 and 62 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to envision the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specs. The photograph below might offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the G3 and HX350.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The G3 having a larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX350 will give you more detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The older G3 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor innovation.