Panasonic GH4 vs Sony HX1

In this article, we are comparing the Panasonic GH4 and Sony HX1, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the GH4 (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the GH4 (Four Thirds) and HX1 (1/2.4") enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The GH4 was brought out 4 years later than the HX1 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GH4 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a simple summary of how the GH4 grades vs the HX1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GH4 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera, you're going to have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GH4 enjoys outer measurements of 133mm x 93mm x 84mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.3") and a weight of 560 grams (1.23 lbs) and the Sony HX1 has measurements of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GH4 and Sony HX1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are employing at that time. Below is the front view size comparison of the GH4 and the HX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GH4 and HX1 is 66 and 67 respectively.

Typically, it is very hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through specifications. The visual below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GH4 and HX1.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GH4 due to its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh simpler and the Panasonic GH4 will render more detail having its extra 7MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent GH4 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.