Panasonic GX7 vs Sony A6100

The following is a thorough comparison of the Panasonic GX7 vs Sony A6100, both Advanced Mirrorless cameras by brands Panasonic and Sony. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the GX7 (16MP) and A6100 (24MP) and the GX7 (Four Thirds) and A6100 (APS-C) possess totally different sensor dimensions.

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The GX7 was brought out 6 years earlier than the A6100 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before delving in to a full comparison, below is a quick overview of how the GX7 grades vs the A6100 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX7 and Sony Alpha a6100. The entire galleries are available at Panasonic GX7 Gallery and Sony A6100 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GX7 provides outer dimensions of 123mm x 71mm x 55mm (4.8" x 2.8" x 2.2") along with a weight of 402 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Sony A6100 has measurements of 120mm x 67mm x 59mm (4.7" x 2.6" x 2.3") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the GX7 vs the A6100.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the GX7 and A6100 is 81 and 81 respectively.

Generally, it is hard to envision the difference in sensor dimensions simply by seeing specifications. The picture below will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GX7 and A6100.

Plainly, both cameras have got different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The GX7 due to its smaller sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field tougher and the Sony A6100 will show extra detail having its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images much more aggressively. The more aged GX7 will be disadvantaged with regard to sensor tech.