Panasonic GH2 vs Sony HX200V

Below, we will be comparing the Panasonic GH2 versus Sony HX200V, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is pretty close but the GH2 (Four Thirds) and HX200V (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The GH2 was introduced 13 months earlier than the HX200V which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise view of how the GH2 grades versus the HX200V in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic GH2 Gallery and Sony HX200V Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GH2 comes with outside measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") having a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) and the Sony HX200V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") along with a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GH2 versus Sony HX200V in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the GH2 compared to the HX200V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GH2 and HX200V is 70 and 66 respectively.

Generally, it can be hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The graphic below should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GH2 and HX200V.

To sum up, both cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GH2 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field simpler and the Sony HX200V will provide you with extra detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs much more aggressively. The older GH2 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.