Panasonic GX1 vs Sony A6000

Here, we will be contrasting the Panasonic GX1 versus Sony A6000, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Panasonic and Sony. There exists a sizeable gap among the resolutions of the GX1 (16MP) and A6000 (24MP) and the GX1 (Four Thirds) and A6000 (APS-C) have different sensor sizes.

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The GX1 was launched 3 years before the A6000 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both cameras feature the same body design (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple view of how the GX1 matches up against the A6000 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 and Sony Alpha a6000. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GX1 Gallery and Sony A6000 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GX1 has got outside measurements of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") with a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs) while the Sony A6000 has proportions of 120mm x 67mm x 45mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 1.8") with a weight of 344 grams (0.76 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic GX1 versus Sony A6000 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are working with at the time. Following is a front view size comparison of the GX1 against the A6000.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GX1 and A6000 is 87 and 85 respectively.

Sometimes, it is very difficult to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions just by researching specs. The image underneath will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the GX1 and A6000.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GX1 featuring a smaller sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field harder and the Sony A6000 will render more detail utilizing its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged GX1 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.