Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GH5

Here, we are looking at the Panasonic G6 and Panasonic GH5, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless and both are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the GH5 (20MP) is fairly well matched and both cameras offer the identical sensor sizing (Four Thirds).

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The G6 was introduced 4 years before the GH5 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go right into a thorough comparison, here is a simple overview of how the G6 scores versus the GH5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic G6 Gallery and Panasonic GH5 Gallery.

When you are going to lug around your camera frequently, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic G6 offers external dimensions 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 GH5 has specifications of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") along with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the G6 compared to the GH5.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the G6 and GH5 is 74 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it's tough to see the gap between sensor measurements merely by reading through specifications. The visual underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the G6 and GH5.

Plainly, both the cameras come with the identical sensor size but not the same megapixels. You should anticipate the Panasonic GH5 to resolve greater detail using its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The older G6 is going to be behind with regard to sensor tech.