Panasonic G2 vs Sony A6000

On this page, we are contrasting the Panasonic G2 and Sony A6000, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Panasonic and Sony. There is a considerable difference between the image resolutions of the G2 (12MP) and A6000 (24MP) and the G2 (Four Thirds) and A6000 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The G2 was introduced 4 years prior to the A6000 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6000 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the G2 matches up against the A6000 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 & Sony Alpha a6000. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G2 Gallery & Sony A6000 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic G2 features outside measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") having a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) whilst the Sony A6000 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") with a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G2 and Sony A6000 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that time. Below is a front view measurements comparison of the G2 against the A6000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the G2 and A6000 is 72 and 85 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to see the difference between sensor sizing simply by reviewing specifications. The photograph underneath may offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G2 and A6000.

To sum up, both the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G2 having a tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF tougher and the Sony A6000 will deliver greater detail using its extra 12 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The older G2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor tech.