Panasonic GM1 vs Sony HX350

Following is a extensive overview of the Panasonic GM1 vs Sony HX350, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the HX350 (20MP) is very similar but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and HX350 (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The GM1 was brought out 4 years prior to the HX350 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX350 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving through a complete comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the GM1 matches up against the HX350 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX350. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GM1 Gallery and Sony HX350 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GM1 provides exterior dimensions 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 HX350 has dimensions of 130mm x 93mm x 103mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.1") accompanied by a weight of 652 grams (1.44 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the GM1 vs the HX350.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GM1 and HX350 is 93 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it can be hard to picture the difference between sensor sizes merely by going over technical specs. The pic here might give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GM1 and HX350.

As you can tell, both of those cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GM1 because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field simpler and the Sony HX350 will deliver extra detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a little more aggressively. The more aged GM1 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.