Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GH3
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Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GH3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 122 x 85 x 71mm
- Released April 2013
- Superseded the Panasonic G5
- Renewed by Panasonic G7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 550g - 133 x 93 x 82mm
- Announced September 2012
- Succeeded the Panasonic GH2
- Successor is Panasonic GH4
Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GH3 Overview
Here is a comprehensive overview of the Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GH3, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the GH3 (16MP) is pretty well matched and they enjoy the exact same sensor sizing (Four Thirds).
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe G6 was unveiled 8 months later than the GH3 so they are both of a similar age. Both of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the G6 grades against the GH3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GH3 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G6 Gallery & Panasonic GH3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic G6 over the Panasonic GH3
G6 | GH3 | |||
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Announced | April 2013 | September 2012 | Fresher by 8 months | |
Screen resolution | 1036k | 614k | Crisper screen (+422k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH3 over the Panasonic G6
GH3 | G6 |
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Common features in the Panasonic G6 and Panasonic GH3
G6 | GH3 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 3" | Identical screen measurement | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GH3 Physical Comparison
If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and volume. The Panasonic G6 offers exterior measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic GH3 has sizing of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).
Compare the Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GH3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are using during that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the G6 vs the GH3.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G6 and GH3 is 74 and 66 respectively.
Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GH3 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very tough to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing only by reading through specifications. The visual underneath might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G6 and GH3.
Plainly, both of these cameras have got the exact same sensor measurements and the same exact resolution so you can expect similar quality of photographs although you should consider the age of the products into consideration. The younger G6 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GH3 Screen and ViewFinder
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Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GH3 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2013-04-24 | 2012-09-17 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine VII FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Four Thirds | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 17.3 x 13mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 224.9mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 16 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 4608 x 3456 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 12800 |
Min native ISO | 160 | 200 |
RAW data | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 23 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 107 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,036k dot | 614k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle | OLED Monitor with static touch control |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 1,440k dot | 1,744k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.7x | 0.67x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 7.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | 10.50 m | 12.00 m |
Flash modes | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/160 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25 24 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 390 gr (0.86 pounds) | 550 gr (1.21 pounds) |
Dimensions | 122 x 85 x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") | 133 x 93 x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 61 | 71 |
DXO Color Depth score | 21.3 | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 11.5 | 12.4 |
DXO Low light score | 639 | 812 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 340 photographs | 540 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $750 | $799 |