Canon R6 vs Panasonic G3

Its time to look more closely at the Canon R6 versus Panasonic G3, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Canon and Panasonic. There is a crucial difference between the resolutions of the R6 (20MP) and G3 (16MP) and the R6 (Full frame) and G3 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizing.

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The R6 was announced 9 years later than the G3 and that is quite a serious gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the R6 grades against the G3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS R6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The whole galleries are provided at Canon R6 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.

In case you're going to carry your camera regularly, you need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Canon R6 has got exterior measurements of 138mm x 98mm x 88mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 3.5") having a weight of 680 grams (1.50 lbs) while the Panasonic G3 has measurements of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") having a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).

Contrast the Canon R6 versus Panasonic G3 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the R6 and the G3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the R6 and G3 is 61 and 83 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The graphic below may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the R6 and G3.

As you have seen, each of these cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The R6 having a bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Canon R6 will resolve more detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The fresher R6 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.