Canon R6 II vs Panasonic GH1
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Canon R6 II vs Panasonic GH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
- Introduced November 2022
- Replaced the Canon R6
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Push to 3200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 124 x 90 x 45mm
- Introduced July 2009
- Newer Model is Panasonic GH2

Canon R6 II vs Panasonic GH1 Overview
Below, we are looking at the Canon R6 II and Panasonic GH1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Canon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the R6 II (24MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the R6 II (Full frame) and GH1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

The R6 II was launched 13 years after the GH1 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise view of how the R6 II grades vs the GH1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Canon R6 II vs Panasonic GH1 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Canon EOS R6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The complete galleries are provided at Canon R6 II Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R6 II over the Panasonic GH1
R6 II | GH1 | |||
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Introduced | November 2022 | ![]() | July 2009 | Newer by 163 months |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 460k | Clearer display (+1160k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH1 over the Canon R6 II
GH1 | R6 II |
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Common features in the Canon R6 II and Panasonic GH1
R6 II | GH1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Very accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display dimension | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Identical display sizing |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly |
Canon R6 II vs Panasonic GH1 Physical Comparison
If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Canon R6 II features exterior dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") accompanied by a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Panasonic GH1 has specifications of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") and a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).
Analyze the Canon R6 II and Panasonic GH1 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the R6 II compared to the GH1.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the R6 II and GH1 is 61 and 81 respectively.

Canon R6 II vs Panasonic GH1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by looking through a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the R6 II and GH1.
As you can see, both of the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The R6 II featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Canon R6 II will render greater detail utilizing its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The younger R6 II is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.

Canon R6 II vs Panasonic GH1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon R6 II vs Panasonic GH1 Specifications
Canon EOS R6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Canon | Panasonic |
Model type | Canon EOS R6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2022-11-02 | 2009-07-10 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine HD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 36 x 24mm | 18.89 x 14.48mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 273.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6000 x 4000 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 102400 | 1600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 4897 | - |
Cross type focus points | 1053 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Canon RF | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 35 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3.00 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,620 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames per second | 3.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.50 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/250 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 230 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 120 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 60 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 30 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 2 (10 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 680 gr (1.50 pounds) | 385 gr (0.85 pounds) |
Dimensions | 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") | 124 x 90 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 64 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.6 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 772 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 shots | 320 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | LP-E6NH | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Cost at release | $2,499 | $949 |