Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GX8

Below is a thorough assessment of the Panasonic G6 versus Panasonic GX8, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both are designed by Panasonic. The resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the GX8 (20MP) is pretty close and both cameras provide the same sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The G6 was announced 3 years before the GX8 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a concise highlight of how the G6 grades vs the GX8 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX8. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G6 Gallery and Panasonic GX8 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you are going to need to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic G6 enjoys outer measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic GX8 has specifications of 133mm x 78mm x 63mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 2.5") with a weight of 487 grams (1.07 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use during that time. Following is a front view dimensions comparison of the G6 versus the GX8.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G6 and GX8 is 74 and 74 respectively.

More often than not, its hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements only by researching a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G6 and GX8.

Clearly, each of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit not the same MP. You should expect the Panasonic GX8 to provide you with greater detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The older G6 will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.