Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic GH5

In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic GH5, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the GH5 (20MP) is relatively comparable and they come with the same exact sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The GF6 was released 4 years prior to the GH5 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short view of how the GF6 matches up against the GH5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Panasonic GH5 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF6 enjoys external measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Panasonic GH5 has proportions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the GF6 and the GH5.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and GH5 is 87 and 59 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to picture the gap in sensor sizes simply by seeing technical specs. The pic here will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the GF6 and GH5.

As you can tell, both cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You should count on the Panasonic GH5 to produce more detail as a result of its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The more aged GF6 will be behind in sensor technology.