Panasonic GX8 vs Sony QX30

Here, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GX8 and Sony QX30, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Lens-style by brands Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GX8 (20MP) and the QX30 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the GX8 (Four Thirds) and QX30 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX8 was revealed 11 months later than the QX30 and they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX30 being a Lens-style camera.

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the GX8 scores versus the QX30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX30. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GX8 Gallery & Sony QX30 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera regularly, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX8 has physical dimensions of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs) while the Sony QX30 has measurements of 68mm x 65mm x 58mm (2.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") with a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GX8 and Sony QX30 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the GX8 vs the QX30.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the GX8 and QX30 is 74 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements purely by looking at technical specs. The photograph here may give you a much better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX8 and QX30.

As you have seen, both of the cameras feature the identical MP albeit not the same sensor measurements. The GX8 provides the bigger sensor which will make obtaining shallow DOF easier. The fresher GX8 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.