Panasonic G6 vs Sony A9

Following is a extensive overview of the Panasonic G6 vs Sony A9, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a large difference among the image resolutions of the G6 (16MP) and A9 (24MP) and the G6 (Four Thirds) and A9 (Full frame) boast different sensor sizing.

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The G6 was revealed 5 years before the A9 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G6 matches up vs the A9 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 & Sony Alpha A9. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G6 Gallery & Sony A9 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry around your camera, you have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G6 has got outside measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Sony A9 has dimensions of 127mm x 96mm x 63mm (5.0" x 3.8" x 2.5") having a weight of 673 grams (1.48 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the G6 compared to the A9.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the G6 and A9 is 74 and 65 respectively.

Usually, it is very hard to imagine the contrast in sensor sizes just by researching technical specs. The image below might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the G6 and A9.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The G6 having a smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field trickier and the Sony A9 will render greater detail because of its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics more aggressively. The more aged G6 will be behind when it comes to sensor tech.