Panasonic GX9 vs Sony A6700

Here, we will be evaluating the Panasonic GX9 versus Sony A6700, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the GX9 (20MP) and A6700 (26MP) and the GX9 (Four Thirds) and A6700 (APS-C) provide different sensor measurements.

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The GX9 was revealed 6 years before the A6700 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the GX9 matches up vs the A6700 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DC-GX9 and Sony Alpha a6700. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic GX9 Gallery and Sony A6700 Gallery.

For those who are going to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX9 enjoys physical dimensions of 124mm x 72mm x 47mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.9") and a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Sony A6700 has sizing of 122mm x 69mm x 75mm (4.8" x 2.7" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 493 grams (1.09 lbs).

See the Panasonic GX9 versus Sony A6700 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you choose during that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the GX9 vs the A6700.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GX9 and A6700 is 82 and 75 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes only by reviewing technical specs. The image below will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX9 and A6700.

As you have seen, both the cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The GX9 with its tinier sensor is going to make getting shallower depth of field trickier and the Sony A6700 will offer you greater detail because of its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The more aged GX9 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor tech.