Panasonic GH2 vs Sony HX300

In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic GH2 vs Sony HX300, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is relatively close but the GH2 (Four Thirds) and HX300 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The GH2 was launched 23 months prior to the HX300 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the GH2 scores against the HX300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GH2 Gallery & Sony HX300 Gallery.

When you are looking to lug around your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Panasonic GH2 features outer measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") along with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Sony HX300 has specifications of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") along with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GH2 vs Sony HX300 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have attached at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the GH2 versus the HX300.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GH2 and HX300 is 70 and 63 respectively.

Typically, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor measurements just by researching specs. The photograph below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GH2 and HX300.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The GH2 due to its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh less difficult and the Sony HX300 will render greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The older GH2 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.