Panasonic GH1 vs Sony H200

Following is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic GH1 vs Sony H200, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the GH1 (12MP) and H200 (20MP) and the GH1 (Four Thirds) and H200 (1/2.3") offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The GH1 was brought out 4 years before the H200 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony H200 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight to a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the GH1 matches up vs the H200 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-H200. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GH1 Gallery and Sony H200 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Panasonic GH1 has got physical measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) whilst the Sony H200 has specifications of 123mm x 83mm x 87mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 3.4") having a weight of 530 grams (1.17 lbs).

Check the Panasonic GH1 vs Sony H200 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilising at that time. The following is a front view physical size comparison of the GH1 versus the H200.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GH1 and H200 is 81 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizes just by looking through specifications. The picture here will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GH1 and H200.

Plainly, both of those cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GH1 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony H200 will provide you with greater detail having its extra 8MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs more aggressively. The more aged GH1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.