Panasonic GH6 vs Samsung NX30

Lets examine more in depth at the Panasonic GH6 vs Samsung NX30, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Samsung. There is a significant difference among the resolutions of the GH6 (25MP) and NX30 (20MP) and the GH6 (Four Thirds) and NX30 (APS-C) feature different sensor size.

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The GH6 was brought out 8 years later than the NX30 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a detailed comparison, below is a short introduction of how the GH6 grades against the NX30 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6 and Samsung NX30. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH6 Gallery and Samsung NX30 Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GH6 features exterior measurements of 139mm x 100mm x 100mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.9") along with a weight of 823 grams (1.81 lbs) whilst the Samsung NX30 has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 58mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 375 grams (0.83 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic GH6 vs Samsung NX30 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the GH6 against the NX30.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the GH6 and NX30 is 56 and 75 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by going through specs. The visual below will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the GH6 and NX30.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GH6 due to its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic GH6 will produce greater detail having its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern GH6 should have an advantage in sensor technology.