Panasonic G6 vs Sony NEX-5R

Its time to look a little more closely at the Panasonic G6 vs Sony NEX-5R, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the NEX-5R (16MP) is fairly similar but the G6 (Four Thirds) and NEX-5R (APS-C) provide different sensor sizes.

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The G6 was manufactured 8 months after the NEX-5R so they are of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-5R being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a full comparison, here is a concise summation of how the G6 scores against the NEX-5R with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Sony Alpha NEX-5R. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G6 Gallery and Sony NEX-5R Gallery.

If you're looking to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G6 has got physical dimensions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Sony NEX-5R has proportions of 111mm x 59mm x 39mm (4.4" x 2.3" x 1.5") having a weight of 276 grams (0.61 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic G6 vs Sony NEX-5R in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the G6 and the NEX-5R.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G6 and NEX-5R is 74 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to picture the difference between sensor dimensions simply by going over specs. The picture underneath may provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the G6 and NEX-5R.

All in all, both of these cameras come with the identical resolution but different sensor dimensions. The G6 offers the tinier sensor which will make getting shallow depth of field more difficult. The more modern G6 provides an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.