Panasonic G3 vs Sony HX5

Following is a complete overview of the Panasonic G3 vs Sony HX5, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap between the resolutions of the G3 (16MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the G3 (Four Thirds) and HX5 (1/2.4") boast different sensor sizes.

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The G3 was released 13 months after the HX5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G3 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX5 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G3 matches up against the HX5 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic G3 Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera, you have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G3 enjoys outside dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs) while the Sony HX5 has dimensions of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G3 vs Sony HX5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the G3 against the HX5.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G3 and HX5 is 83 and 92 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The pic below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G3 and HX5.

To sum up, both of the cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G3 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Panasonic G3 will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop shots more aggressively. The newer G3 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.