Panasonic GM1 vs Sony HX1

Below, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GM1 and Sony HX1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the GM1 (16MP) and HX1 (9MP) and the GM1 (Four Thirds) and HX1 (1/2.4") feature different sensor sizes.

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The GM1 was launched 4 years after the HX1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX1 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before going straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise highlight of how the GM1 scores versus the HX1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX1. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GM1 Gallery and Sony HX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GM1 has outer measurements of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") and a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony HX1 has specifications of 115mm x 83mm x 92mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 3.6") with a weight of 544 grams (1.20 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GM1 and Sony HX1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view dimensions comparison of the GM1 compared to the HX1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GM1 and HX1 is 93 and 67 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor dimensions merely by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GM1 and HX1.

Clearly, the two cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GM1 featuring a bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic GM1 will show greater detail utilizing its extra 7MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more modern GM1 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.