Panasonic GF8 vs Sony HX90V

In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic GF8 versus Sony HX90V, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the HX90V (18MP) is fairly close but the GF8 (Four Thirds) and HX90V (1/2.3") feature different sensor measurements.

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The GF8 was revealed 11 months after the HX90V and they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX90V being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GF8 matches up versus the HX90V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX90V. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF8 Gallery & Sony HX90V Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF8 features outside measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) while the Sony HX90V has measurements of 102mm x 58mm x 36mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.4") accompanied by a weight of 245 grams (0.54 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic GF8 versus Sony HX90V in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that moment. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the GF8 compared to the HX90V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the GF8 and HX90V is 90 and 91 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizes purely by looking through technical specs. The image here may offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GF8 and HX90V.

As you have seen, both of these cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GF8 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony HX90V will render extra detail because of its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The younger GF8 should have a benefit with regard to sensor technology.