Panasonic GH6 vs Sony a1

Let's examine more in depth at the Panasonic GH6 vs Sony a1, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. There exists a big gap among the sensor resolutions of the GH6 (25MP) and a1 (50MP) and the GH6 (Four Thirds) and a1 (Full frame) come with different sensor sizes.

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The GH6 was manufactured 14 months later than the a1 making the cameras a generation apart from one another. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick highlight of how the GH6 grades versus the a1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6 and Sony Alpha a1. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GH6 Gallery and Sony a1 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera frequently, you need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GH6 has external 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) and the Sony a1 has specifications of 129mm x 97mm x 70mm (5.1" x 3.8" x 2.8") with a weight of 737 grams (1.62 lbs).

See the Panasonic GH6 vs Sony a1 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are employing at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the GH6 compared to the a1.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GH6 and a1 is 56 and 61 respectively.

More often than not, it's difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by researching specs. The photograph below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GH6 and a1.

All in all, the two cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GH6 because of its smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony a1 will render greater detail due to its extra 25MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The newer GH6 should have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.