Panasonic GH2 vs Sony HX1

Its time to examine more in depth at the Panasonic GH2 vs Sony HX1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There is a noticeable difference among the resolutions of the GH2 (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the GH2 (Four Thirds) and HX1 (1/2.4") come with different sensor sizing.

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The GH2 was revealed 24 months later than the HX1 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a concise summation of how the GH2 grades versus the HX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GH2 Gallery & Sony HX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GH2 has got physical measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Sony HX1 has specifications of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") along with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GH2 vs Sony HX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at that moment. Below is the front view overall size comparison of the GH2 against the HX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the GH2 and HX1 is 70 and 67 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualize the gap in sensor sizing simply by looking through specifications. The photograph here will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GH2 and HX1.

Plainly, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GH2 using its larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Panasonic GH2 will render extra detail because of its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The newer GH2 provides a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.