Panasonic GH6 vs Sony A3000

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic GH6 and Sony A3000, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the GH6 (25MP) and A3000 (20MP) and the GH6 (Four Thirds) and A3000 (APS-C) boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The GH6 was brought out 8 years later than the A3000 and that is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GH6 scores versus the A3000 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6 & Sony Alpha A3000. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GH6 Gallery & Sony A3000 Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GH6 offers exterior dimensions of 139mm x 100mm x 100mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.9") and a weight of 823 grams (1.81 lbs) whilst the Sony A3000 has specifications of 128mm x 91mm x 85mm (5.0" x 3.6" x 3.3") with a weight of 411 grams (0.91 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GH6 and Sony A3000 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the GH6 vs the A3000.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GH6 and A3000 is 56 and 69 respectively.

Typically, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements purely by reading technical specs. The graphic here might give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GH6 and A3000.

As you can tell, each of these cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GH6 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallow DOF tougher and the Panasonic GH6 will offer greater detail having its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop photographs more aggressively. The fresher GH6 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.