Panasonic GX8 vs Sony HX200V

Here is a extensive overview of the Panasonic GX8 vs Sony HX200V, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GX8 (20MP) and the HX200V (18MP) is very comparable but the GX8 (Four Thirds) and HX200V (1/2.3") possess different sensor dimensions.

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The GX8 was launched 3 years later than the HX200V and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX200V being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the GX8 scores against the HX200V with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX200V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GX8 Gallery & Sony HX200V Gallery.

In case you're looking to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic GX8 comes with exterior dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") along with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs) whilst the Sony HX200V has specifications of 122mm x 87mm x 93mm (4.8" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 583 grams (1.29 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GX8 vs Sony HX200V in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the GX8 against the HX200V.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GX8 and HX200V is 74 and 66 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by checking out technical specs. The graphic underneath will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX8 and HX200V.

As you can tell, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GX8 because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Panasonic GX8 will show extra detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The younger GX8 should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.