Panasonic GM1 vs Sony HX200V

Its time to look a bit more in depth at the Panasonic GM1 versus Sony HX200V, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is relatively comparable but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and HX200V (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.

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The GM1 was revealed 20 months after the HX200V which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the GM1 grades against the HX200V with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GM1 Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GM1 features outer dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) and the Sony HX200V has proportions of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") accompanied by a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GM1 versus Sony HX200V in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the GM1 versus the HX200V.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GM1 and HX200V is 93 and 66 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The picture underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GM1 and HX200V.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GM1 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF simpler and the Sony HX200V will produce extra detail because of its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The newer GM1 will have an advantage in sensor tech.