Panasonic GX1 vs Sony W350

Let's look closer at the Panasonic GX1 and Sony W350, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the W350 (14MP) is fairly close but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and W350 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX1 was brought out 2 years later than the W350 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W350 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a quick summary of how the GX1 scores versus the W350 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W350. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GX1 Gallery and Sony W350 Gallery.

If you're aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX1 features exterior dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") and a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Sony W350 has sizing of 91mm x 52mm x 17mm (3.6" x 2.0" x 0.7") having a weight of 117 grams (0.26 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GX1 and Sony W350 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the GX1 against the W350.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GX1 and W350 is 87 and 97 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The photograph underneath should provide you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX1 and W350.

Plainly, each of these cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GX1 featuring a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic GX1 will render extra detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The newer GX1 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.