Panasonic GF5 vs Sony HX30V

Here is a in depth analysis of the Panasonic GF5 versus Sony HX30V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the GF5 (12MP) and HX30V (18MP) and the GF5 (Four Thirds) and HX30V (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GF5 was brought out 2 months later than the HX30V so they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX30V being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a full comparison, here is a short view of how the GF5 matches up versus the HX30V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF5 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX30V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GF5 Gallery and Sony HX30V Gallery.

For those who are aiming to carry your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF5 enjoys exterior dimensions of 108mm x 67mm x 37mm (4.3" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 267 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Sony HX30V has proportions of 107mm x 62mm x 35mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 254 grams (0.56 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GF5 versus Sony HX30V in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you select at that time. Below is a front view size comparison of the GF5 compared to the HX30V.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GF5 and HX30V is 89 and 90 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor sizing only by going over technical specs. The visual here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF5 and HX30V.

As you have seen, each of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GF5 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Sony HX30V will offer greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs way more aggressively.