Panasonic G6 vs Sony QX10

Below is a extended analysis of the Panasonic G6 versus Sony QX10, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Lens-style by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the QX10 (18MP) is very close but the G6 (Four Thirds) and QX10 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

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The G6 was introduced 4 months earlier than the QX10 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony QX10 being a Lens-style camera.

Before going through a complete comparison, below is a simple introduction of how the G6 matches up vs the QX10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-QX10. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic G6 Gallery and Sony QX10 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic G6 features outside dimensions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Sony QX10 has specifications of 62mm x 62mm x 33mm (2.4" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 105 grams (0.23 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G6 versus Sony QX10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using at the time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the G6 against the QX10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the G6 and QX10 is 74 and 96 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to see the gap in sensor measurements just by looking through specifications. The graphic underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the G6 and QX10.

To sum up, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The G6 using its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Sony QX10 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively.