Panasonic GF6 vs Sony HX5

In this article, we will be evaluating the Panasonic GF6 versus Sony HX5, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. There exists a crucial gap among the image resolutions of the GF6 (16MP) and HX5 (10MP) and the GF6 (Four Thirds) and HX5 (1/2.4") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The GF6 was unveiled 2 years later than the HX5 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX5 being a Compact camera.

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a simple view of how the GF6 scores against the HX5 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX5. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Sony HX5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to lug around your camera, you should take into account its weight and size. The Panasonic GF6 has external dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Sony HX5 has specifications of 102mm x 58mm x 29mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 200 grams (0.44 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic GF6 versus Sony HX5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Following is the front view measurement comparison of the GF6 against the HX5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and HX5 is 87 and 92 respectively.

More often than not, it can be difficult to see the contrast in sensor measurements only by researching specifications. The graphic below will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GF6 and HX5.

Plainly, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The GF6 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic GF6 will result in greater detail having an extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop shots far more aggressively. The newer GF6 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.