Panasonic G6 vs Sony RX10 III

Here, we are analyzing the Panasonic G6 versus Sony RX10 III, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the RX10 III (20MP) is very well matched but the G6 (Four Thirds) and RX10 III (1") boast different sensor size.

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The G6 was brought out 3 years prior to the RX10 III and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony RX10 III being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before getting right into a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the G6 matches up vs the RX10 III when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-RX10 III. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic G6 Gallery & Sony RX10 III Gallery.

If you're planning to carry your camera frequently, you have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic G6 has outside measurements 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 Sony RX10 III has specifications of 133mm x 94mm x 127mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 5.0") with a weight of 1051 grams (2.32 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G6 versus Sony RX10 III in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view size comparison of the G6 against the RX10 III.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G6 and RX10 III is 74 and 53 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The photograph below might provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the G6 and RX10 III.

As you can see, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The G6 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Sony RX10 III will give extra detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The older G6 is going to be behind in sensor technology.