Panasonic GX1 vs Sony NEX-6

Let's take a deeper look at the Panasonic GX1 vs Sony NEX-6, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Panasonic and Sony. The image resolution of the GX1 (16MP) and the NEX-6 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the GX1 (Four Thirds) and NEX-6 (APS-C) come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The GX1 was manufactured 13 months earlier than the NEX-6 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a complete comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the GX1 matches up against the NEX-6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 and Sony Alpha NEX-6. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GX1 Gallery and Sony NEX-6 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you have to factor in its weight and volume. The Panasonic GX1 enjoys outer dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") along with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 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).

Take a look at the Panasonic GX1 vs Sony NEX-6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you choose at that moment. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the GX1 against the NEX-6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GX1 and NEX-6 is 87 and 85 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to envision the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The graphic below will provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the GX1 and NEX-6.

As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer the same exact megapixel count albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GX1 features the smaller sensor which will make getting bokeh harder. The older GX1 will be behind in sensor technology.