Canon R6 vs Panasonic GH6
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Canon R6 vs Panasonic GH6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Canon RF Mount
- 680g - 138 x 98 x 88mm
- Launched July 2020
- New Model is Canon R6 II
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 5760 x 2880 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 823g - 139 x 100 x 100mm
- Launched February 2022
- Older Model is Panasonic GH5 II

Canon R6 vs Panasonic GH6 Overview
In this article, we are matching up the Canon R6 vs Panasonic GH6, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. The image resolution of the R6 (20MP) and the GH6 (25MP) is fairly close but the R6 (Full frame) and GH6 (Four Thirds) use different sensor sizes.

The R6 was brought out 19 months earlier than the GH6 making the cameras a generation apart from each other. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short summation of how the R6 scores vs the GH6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Canon R6 vs Panasonic GH6 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS R6 & Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6. The entire galleries are provided at Canon R6 Gallery & Panasonic GH6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon R6 over the Panasonic GH6
R6 | GH6 |
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Reasons to pick Panasonic GH6 over the Canon R6
GH6 | R6 | |||
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Launched | February 2022 | ![]() | July 2020 | Fresher by 19 months |
Display resolution | 1840k | ![]() | 1620k | Clearer display (+220k dot) |
Common features in the Canon R6 and Panasonic GH6
R6 | GH6 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Very exact focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Equivalent display dimensions |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Canon R6 vs Panasonic GH6 Physical Comparison
In case you're planning to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and size. The Canon R6 has physical dimensions of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH6 has specifications of 139mm x 100mm x 100mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.9") with a weight of 823 grams (1.81 lbs).
Compare the Canon R6 vs Panasonic GH6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the R6 against the GH6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the R6 and GH6 is 61 and 56 respectively.

Canon R6 vs Panasonic GH6 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing purely by researching specifications. The visual here should give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the R6 and GH6.
To sum up, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The R6 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic GH6 will render greater detail having its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The older R6 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.

Canon R6 vs Panasonic GH6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Canon R6 vs Panasonic GH6 Specifications
Canon EOS R6 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Canon | Panasonic |
Model | Canon EOS R6 | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-07-09 | 2022-02-22 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Digic X | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 36 x 24mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 864.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 25MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 5776 x 4336 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | 50 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 6072 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Canon RF | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 17 | 118 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3.00 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,620k dot | 1,840k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.76x | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Fastest silent shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/32000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per sec | 14.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840x2160 (60p/30p/23.98p) |1920x1080 (120p/60p/50p/30p/25p/24p/23.98p) | 5760 x 2880 @60p, 4096 x 2160 @ 120p |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 5760x2880 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (10 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 680 grams (1.50 lb) | 823 grams (1.81 lb) |
Dimensions | 138 x 98 x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") | 139 x 100 x 100mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 360 images | 360 images |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | LP-E6NH | DMW-BLK22 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs w/3 images) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual SD slots (UHS-II supported) | Slot 1: CFexpress Card (CFexpress Type B), Slot 2: SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I/UHS-II, Video Speed Class 90 standard) |
Storage slots | Dual | Dual |
Launch cost | $2,499 | $2,198 |