Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic G6
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Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic G6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 51MP - Medium format Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Fujifilm G Mount
- 900g - 150 x 104 x 87mm
- Announced September 2021
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 122 x 85 x 71mm
- Announced April 2013
- Succeeded the Panasonic G5
- Successor is Panasonic G7
Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic G6 Overview
In this article, we will be reviewing the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Panasonic G6, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands FujiFilm and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (51MP) and G6 (16MP) and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II (Medium format) and G6 (Four Thirds) use different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Fujifilm GFX 50S II was revealed 8 years later than the G6 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight into a detailed comparison, below is a brief view of how the Fujifilm GFX 50S II scores versus the G6 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic G6 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The full galleries are provided at Fujifilm GFX 50S II Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Fujifilm GFX 50S II over the Panasonic G6
Fujifilm GFX 50S II | G6 | |||
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Announced | September 2021 | April 2013 | More recent by 102 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2360k | 1036k | Crisper screen (+1324k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G6 over the Fujifilm GFX 50S II
G6 | Fujifilm GFX 50S II | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Panasonic G6
Fujifilm GFX 50S II | G6 | |||
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Focus manually | Very precise focus | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic G6 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II has exterior measurements of 150mm x 104mm x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") and a weight of 900 grams (1.98 lbs) and the Panasonic G6 has measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).
Look at the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and Panasonic G6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view dimensions comparison of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs the G6.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and G6 is 55 and 74 respectively.
Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic G6 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its difficult to picture the gap in sensor measurements just by researching specifications. The photograph here might offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the Fujifilm GFX 50S II and G6.
Plainly, each of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Fujifilm GFX 50S II having a bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Fujifilm GFX 50S II will render more detail because of its extra 35 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more modern Fujifilm GFX 50S II should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Fujifilm GFX 50S II vs Panasonic G6 Specifications
Fujifilm GFX 50S II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | FujiFilm | Panasonic |
Model | Fujifilm GFX 50S II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2021-09-02 | 2013-04-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Medium format | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 44 x 33mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 1,452.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 51 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 8256 x 6192 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 425 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Fujifilm G | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 14 | 107 |
Crop factor | 0.8 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 2,360k dots | 1,036k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.77x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 3600 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 3.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.50 m |
Flash modes | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/125 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p / 200 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Max video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 900 grams (1.98 lb) | 390 grams (0.86 lb) |
Dimensions | 150 x 104 x 87mm (5.9" x 4.1" x 3.4") | 122 x 85 x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 440 pictures | 340 pictures |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | NP-W235 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Dual | 1 |
Cost at launch | $3,999 | $750 |