Panasonic GF2 vs Sony HX90V

Let's look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic GF2 versus Sony HX90V, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and HX90V (18MP) and the GF2 (Four Thirds) and HX90V (1/2.3") come with different sensor sizing.

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The GF2 was introduced 5 years earlier than the HX90V which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before going straight into a thorough comparison, below is a quick overview of how the GF2 grades against the HX90V in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF2 Gallery and Sony HX90V Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF2 comes with physical dimensions of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") having a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GF2 versus Sony HX90V in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you use at that time. The following is the front view proportions comparison of the GF2 and the HX90V.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GF2 and HX90V is 88 and 91 respectively.

Generally, it can be tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by looking through a spec sheet. The image below will offer you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF2 and HX90V.

As you can see, both the cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The GF2 with its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony HX90V will provide you with greater detail using its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GF2 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.