Panasonic GH1 vs Sony HX200V

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic GH1 versus Sony HX200V, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the GH1 (12MP) and HX200V (18MP) and the GH1 (Four Thirds) and HX200V (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The GH1 was brought out 3 years before the HX200V which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the GH1 grades against the HX200V in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GH1 Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH1 features outer dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs) and the Sony HX200V has measurements of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the GH1 versus the HX200V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GH1 and HX200V is 81 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's tough to picture the difference in sensor sizes just by viewing specs. The picture underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GH1 and HX200V.

As you can plainly see, each of these cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GH1 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Sony HX200V will result in greater detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The more aged GH1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.