Panasonic G9 vs Sony NEX-6

Following is a extensive comparison of the Panasonic G9 versus Sony NEX-6, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the G9 (20MP) and NEX-6 (16MP) and the G9 (Four Thirds) and NEX-6 (APS-C) come with different sensor sizes.

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The G9 was launched 4 years after the NEX-6 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G9 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting through a detailed comparison, below is a brief summary of how the G9 matches up versus the NEX-6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 & Sony Alpha NEX-6. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G9 Gallery & Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G9 enjoys outside measurements of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-6 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Check the Panasonic G9 versus Sony NEX-6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the G9 against the NEX-6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G9 and NEX-6 is 62 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G9 and NEX-6.

Plainly, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The G9 because of its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Panasonic G9 will render more detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher G9 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.