Panasonic GF2 vs Sony NEX-6

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic GF2 versus Sony NEX-6, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There is a large difference between the sensor resolutions of the GF2 (12MP) and NEX-6 (16MP) and the GF2 (Four Thirds) and NEX-6 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GF2 was brought out 3 years earlier than the NEX-6 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a quick summary of how the GF2 scores vs the NEX-6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2 & Sony Alpha NEX-6. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GF2 Gallery & Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF2 comes with outside measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") along with a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs) and the Sony NEX-6 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF2 versus Sony NEX-6 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view sizing comparison of the GF2 against the NEX-6.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the GF2 and NEX-6 is 88 and 85 respectively.

Generally, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor dimensions just by going over a spec sheet. The picture underneath may provide you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the GF2 and NEX-6.

As you can see, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GF2 due to its tinier sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field more difficult and the Sony NEX-6 will offer more detail having its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop images far more aggressively. The more aged GF2 is going to be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.