Panasonic G7 vs Sony HX400V

Here, we will be comparing the Panasonic G7 and Sony HX400V, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G7 (16MP) and the HX400V (20MP) is relatively well matched but the G7 (Four Thirds) and HX400V (1/2.3") posses different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The G7 was unveiled 16 months later than the HX400V which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G7 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX400V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick view of how the G7 matches up against the HX400V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G7 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX400V. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G7 Gallery & Sony HX400V Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic G7 has got outer measurements of 125mm x 86mm x 77mm (4.9" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs) and the Sony HX400V has specifications of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") with a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

See the Panasonic G7 and Sony HX400V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view sizing comparison of the G7 vs the HX400V.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G7 and HX400V is 71 and 62 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to picture the contrast between sensor measurements simply by reading through specifications. The graphic underneath may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the G7 and HX400V.

To sum up, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G7 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony HX400V will give extra detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern G7 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.