Panasonic GX9 vs Sony A6100

In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic GX9 versus Sony A6100, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GX9 (20MP) and the A6100 (24MP) is pretty close but the GX9 (Four Thirds) and A6100 (APS-C) enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The GX9 was introduced 18 months before the A6100 which makes the cameras a generation away from one another. The two cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick summation of how the GX9 matches up versus the A6100 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Sony Alpha a6100. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Sony A6100 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you have to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GX9 comes with exterior dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") along with a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) whilst the Sony A6100 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the GX9 vs the A6100.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX9 and A6100 is 82 and 81 respectively.

Typically, it is tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The picture below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX9 and A6100.

As you can plainly see, both the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GX9 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A6100 will result in extra detail using its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged GX9 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.