Panasonic GM1 vs Sony HX300

Here is a in-depth review of the Panasonic GM1 versus Sony HX300, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the HX300 (20MP) is very comparable but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and HX300 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The GM1 was brought out 11 months later than the HX300 and they are both of a similar generation. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a brief summary of how the GM1 matches up vs the HX300 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX300. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GM1 Gallery and Sony HX300 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry your camera regularly, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GM1 comes with outer dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") accompanied by a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) while the Sony HX300 has dimensions of 130mm x 103mm x 93mm (5.1" x 4.1" x 3.7") with a weight of 623 grams (1.37 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GM1 versus Sony HX300 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimension comparison of the GM1 and the HX300.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GM1 and HX300 is 93 and 63 respectively.

More often than not, it is difficult to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out a spec sheet. The visual underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GM1 and HX300.

As you can see, each of the cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GM1 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Sony HX300 will show greater detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos way more aggressively. The newer GM1 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.