Panasonic GH2 vs Sony NEX-6

Following is a detailed review of the Panasonic GH2 versus Sony NEX-6, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GH2 (16MP) and the NEX-6 (16MP) is very similar but the GH2 (Four Thirds) and NEX-6 (APS-C) posses different sensor measurements.

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The GH2 was announced 24 months prior to the NEX-6 making them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GH2 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Sony NEX-6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise view of how the GH2 matches up vs the NEX-6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH2 and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GH2 Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic GH2 features physical measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 76mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 3.0") with a weight of 442 grams (0.97 lbs) while the Sony NEX-6 has sizing of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") having a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic GH2 versus Sony NEX-6 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view measurement comparison of the GH2 and the NEX-6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the GH2 and NEX-6 is 70 and 85 respectively.

In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor sizes purely by reading a spec sheet. The pic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the GH2 and NEX-6.

As you can see, both cameras come with the identical resolution but different sensor sizes. The GH2 provides the tinier sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF harder. The more aged GH2 is going to be behind in sensor technology.