Panasonic GF8 vs Sony QX100

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic GF8 versus Sony QX100, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Lens-style by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GF8 (16MP) and the QX100 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the GF8 (Four Thirds) and QX100 (1") boast totally different sensor size.

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The GF8 was introduced 2 years after the QX100 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX100 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the GF8 matches up vs the QX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX100. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GF8 Gallery & Sony QX100 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF8 has external measurements of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") having a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs) whilst the Sony QX100 has proportions of 63mm x 63mm x 56mm (2.5" x 2.5" x 2.2") with a weight of 179 grams (0.39 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF8 versus Sony QX100 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you select during that time. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the GF8 versus the QX100.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GF8 and QX100 is 90 and 92 respectively.

In many cases, it's difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the GF8 and QX100.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GF8 with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Sony QX100 will give you more detail using its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent GF8 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor technology.