Panasonic GM1 vs Sony NEX-6

Following is a in depth comparison of the Panasonic GM1 vs Sony NEX-6, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GM1 (16MP) and the NEX-6 (16MP) is fairly close but the GM1 (Four Thirds) and NEX-6 (APS-C) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GM1 was introduced 9 months after the NEX-6 so they are of a similar age. Both of these cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight into a in depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the GM1 scores vs the NEX-6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 & Sony Alpha NEX-6. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic GM1 Gallery & Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera, you are going to need to think about its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GM1 provides external dimensions of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs) whilst the Sony NEX-6 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 43mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.7") and a weight of 345 grams (0.76 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the GM1 and the NEX-6.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GM1 and NEX-6 is 93 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, it is difficult to visualise the gap in sensor sizes merely by viewing specs. The pic underneath should give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the GM1 and NEX-6.

As you can plainly see, each of the cameras posses the exact same megapixels but not the same sensor sizes. The GM1 provides the smaller sensor which should make obtaining shallower depth of field more challenging. The fresher GM1 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.