Panasonic GF6 vs Sony HX300

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Panasonic GF6 versus Sony HX300, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and HX300 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

Photography Glossary

The GF6 was announced 2 months later than the HX300 so they are both of a similar age. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the GF6 matches up versus the HX300 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF6 Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF6 provides external dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Sony HX300 has dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") having a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

See the Panasonic GF6 versus Sony HX300 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the GF6 versus the HX300.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GF6 and HX300 is 87 and 63 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The graphic here will provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GF6 and HX300.

To sum up, each of the cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GF6 having a bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Sony HX300 will give you greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a little more aggressively.