Panasonic GF6 vs Sony FX3

Its time to take a closer look at the Panasonic GF6 vs Sony FX3, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a huge gap between the sensor resolutions of the GF6 (16MP) and FX3 (12MP) and the GF6 (Four Thirds) and FX3 (Full frame) boast different sensor size.

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The GF6 was unveiled 8 years earlier than the FX3 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the GF6 matches up vs the FX3 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Sony FX3. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Sony FX3 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF6 has got physical measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Sony FX3 has sizing of 130mm x 78mm x 85mm (5.1" x 3.1" x 3.3") having a weight of 716 grams (1.58 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF6 vs Sony FX3 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilising at the time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the GF6 versus the FX3.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and FX3 is 87 and 62 respectively.

Normally, it is hard to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes merely by reading specifications. The image below should give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the GF6 and FX3.

To sum up, both cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GF6 using its tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic GF6 will offer you extra detail having an extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop pics way more aggressively. The more aged GF6 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.