Panasonic GF2 vs Sony HX200V

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic GF2 versus Sony HX200V, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the image resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and HX200V (18MP) and the GF2 (Four Thirds) and HX200V (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF2 was manufactured 14 months earlier than the HX200V which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the GF2 matches up versus the HX200V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

When you are aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GF2 has got external measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") having a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sony HX200V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GF2 versus Sony HX200V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Below is the front view measurement comparison of the GF2 and the HX200V.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the GF2 and HX200V is 88 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, its tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes simply by reading through a spec sheet. The picture below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GF2 and HX200V.

Clearly, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GF2 because of its bigger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field easier and the Sony HX200V will give you greater detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more aged GF2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor technology.