Panasonic G95 vs Sony A6400

In this article, we will be analyzing the Panasonic G95 vs Sony A6400, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by competitors Panasonic and Sony. The resolution of the G95 (20.3MP) and the A6400 (24MP) is relatively close but the G95 (Four Thirds) and A6400 (APS-C) possess different sensor size.

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The G95 was revealed 3 months later than the A6400 so they are both of a similar generation. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G95 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony A6400 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summary of how the G95 scores vs the A6400 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G95 and Sony Alpha a6400. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G95 Gallery and Sony A6400 Gallery.

For anybody who is aiming to carry your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic G95 comes with physical measurements of 130mm x 94mm x 77mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 3.0") having a weight of 536 grams (1.18 lbs) whilst the Sony A6400 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") with a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G95 vs Sony A6400 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are using at the time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the G95 compared to the A6400.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the G95 and A6400 is 67 and 83 respectively.

Oftentimes, its tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The visual below should give you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the G95 and A6400.

As you have seen, each of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The G95 using its smaller sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field more challenging and the Sony A6400 will render more detail because of its extra 3.7MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively.