Panasonic GF6 vs Sony A6400

Here is a extended review of the Panasonic GF6 vs Sony A6400, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the GF6 (16MP) and A6400 (24MP) and the GF6 (Four Thirds) and A6400 (APS-C) provide totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF6 was manufactured 6 years prior to the A6400 and that is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a concise summary of how the GF6 scores versus the A6400 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Sony Alpha a6400. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Sony A6400 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF6 provides outside measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Sony A6400 has dimensions of 120mm x 67mm x 50mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.0") and a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs).

Analyze the Panasonic GF6 vs Sony A6400 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the GF6 vs the A6400.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and A6400 is 87 and 83 respectively.

Typically, it can be tough to see the difference in sensor sizing only by looking through technical specs. The photograph underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GF6 and A6400.

As you can tell, both cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GF6 because of its smaller sensor will make shooting bokeh harder and the Sony A6400 will result in greater detail due to its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The older GF6 will be behind in sensor innovation.