Panasonic GX9 vs Panasonic FH6

Let's look more closely at the Panasonic GX9 versus Panasonic FH6, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and FH6 (14MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and FH6 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX9 was announced 6 years after the FH6 which is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GX9 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH6 being a Compact camera.

Before we go into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the GX9 grades versus the FH6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GX9 Gallery & Panasonic FH6 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX9 enjoys exterior dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Panasonic FH6 has measurements of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the GX9 compared to the FH6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GX9 and FH6 is 82 and 96 respectively.

Usually, it can be hard to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by reviewing technical specs. The pic below may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the GX9 and FH6.

As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX9 with its larger sensor will make achieving bokeh less difficult and the Panasonic GX9 will deliver extra detail with its extra 6MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The fresher GX9 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.