Panasonic GF6 vs Sony HX50V

Here is a extensive overview of the Panasonic GF6 versus Sony HX50V, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Sony. The sensor resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the HX50V (20MP) is fairly similar but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and HX50V (1/2.3") have different sensor dimensions.

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The GF6 was launched around the same time to the HX50V which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony HX50V being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the GF6 scores versus the HX50V with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Sony Cyber-shot DSC-HX50V. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Sony HX50V Gallery.

If you are aiming to carry your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF6 enjoys exterior 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 HX50V has sizing of 108mm x 64mm x 38mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.5") and a weight of 272 grams (0.60 lbs).

Examine the Panasonic GF6 versus Sony HX50V in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view scale comparison of the GF6 versus the HX50V.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the GF6 and HX50V is 87 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizing just by reading specifications. The graphic below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GF6 and HX50V.

To sum up, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The GF6 featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Sony HX50V will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos way more aggressively.