Panasonic GF6 vs Sony NEX-C3

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GF6 vs Sony NEX-C3, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the NEX-C3 (16MP) is pretty close but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and NEX-C3 (APS-C) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF6 was announced 20 months later than the NEX-C3 which makes them a generation apart from each other. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before diving into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the GF6 matches up vs the NEX-C3 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Sony Alpha NEX-C3. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Sony NEX-C3 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF6 features external measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-C3 has proportions of 110mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.3" x 2.4" x 1.3") having a weight of 225 grams (0.50 lbs).

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Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have at the time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the GF6 versus the NEX-C3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and NEX-C3 is 87 and 91 respectively.

In many cases, its hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GF6 and NEX-C3.

All in all, each of these cameras come with the identical resolution albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GF6 has got the smaller sensor which should make achieving shallow DOF more difficult. The newer GF6 is going to have an edge with regard to sensor innovation.