Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6 vs Panasonic Lumix G95 / G90 — Which Is Better?
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Panasonic · Mirrorless · 25 MP · Micro Four Thirds · 6K video
Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6
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Panasonic · Mirrorless · 20 MP · Micro Four Thirds · 4K video
Panasonic Lumix G95 / G90
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| General | ||
Read the General ComparisonGeneralThe Panasonic Lumix DC-GH6 and the Panasonic Lumix G95 / G90 are both Micro Four Thirds mirrorless cameras, so they draw on the same native lens system. The GH6 is the newer body, released in 2022, while the G95 arrived in 2019. The GH6 is the bigger, heavier body: 823 g and 138 x 100 x 100 mm, against 536 g and 130 x 94 x 77 mm for the G95, a 287 g difference. The G95's slimmer, lighter build suits travel and everyday carrying. | ||
Released ⓘRefers to the year this camera was officially made available for sale. |
2022 | 2019 |
Announcement date ⓘRefers to the date the manufacturer publicly announced the upcoming release and general specs of this camera. |
February 22, 2022 | April 5, 2019 |
| Camera type |  Mirrorless | Mirrorless |
| Camera size | 138 x 100 x 100 mm | 130 x 94 x 77 mm |
| Camera weight | 823 g | 536 g |
| Optics | 69/100 | 62/100 |
Read the Optics ComparisonOpticsThe GH6 is the stronger camera for action and detail work. It offers 25 MP against 20 MP, 14 fps against 9 fps, and 315 autofocus points against 49. The denser AF grid keeps subjects covered across the frame, and the faster burst catches briefer peaks. Its 1/8000 second top shutter, against 1/4000 on the G95, allows shorter exposures in bright light at wide apertures. The GH6's base ISO starts lower as well, 100 against 200 on the G95. Its electronic viewfinder is the more detailed one, at 3,686,400 dots against 2,360,000. Both bodies offer in-body stabilisation for handheld shooting. | ||
Megapixels ⓘThe higher the number of megapixels, the more detail the cameras sensor can capture. |
25 MP050 | 20 MP050 |
Image resolution ⓘImage resolution is measured in pixels and megapixels, width by height. The higher the number, the higher its resolution. |
5776 x 4336 | 5184 x 3888 |
Sensor type ⓘThe camera sensor captures light and records the image. Sensors vary in physical size, the number of pixels, and quality. |
CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size ⓘThe sensor size contributes to the overall quality as well as the dynamic and tonal range a camera can capture. As a rule of thumb, the more surface there is to read the light, the more information it will capture. |
17.3 x 13 | 17.3 x 13 |
Sensor format ⓘRefers to the most commonly used sensor sizes. |
 Micro Four Thirds | Micro Four Thirds |
Continuous shooting ⓘThe number of sequential frames per second the camera can write to the memory card when shooting in burst or continuous mode. |
14 fps045 | 9 fps045 |
Lens mount ⓘThe lens mount will tell you what type of lens range you can fit onto the camera body. Often the same camera company will have different lens ranges for different cameras. |
Micro 4/3 | Micro 4/3 |
Image processor ⓘThe image processor in the camera converts the information collected on the sensor for digital storage on the memory card. |
Venus Engine | Venus Engine |
Aspect ratio ⓘThe aspect ratio refers to the proportional difference between width and height. The most popular aspect ratios are 3:2 and 4:3. |
 4:3 | 4:3 |
Min ISO ⓘRefers to the lowest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Lower ISO are less sensitive to light but make a cleaner image. |
10030200 | 20030200 |
Max ISO ⓘRefers to the highest native (or 'base') ISO setting. Higher ISO is necessary for low-light situations or night photography, but higher ISOs often introduce grain or noise. |
256003003280000 | 256003003280000 |
Min ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
5030200 | 10030200 |
Max ISO (expanded) ⓘExpanded (or extended) ISO is a digitally enhanced feature available on some cameras. It allows you to push beyond the native ISO range if necessary. |
256003003280000 | 256003003280000 |
Minimum shutter speed ⓘThe minimum shutter speed will tell you the longest exposure your camera can take without using an external accessory. |
6044080 | 6044080 |
Max shutter speed ⓘThe maximum shutter speed tells you the length inside 1 second the camera will capture. These can sometimes be extended with accessories such as extra external batteries. |
800080032000 | 400080032000 |
Autofocus points ⓘAutofocus points show where the camera is focusing graphically as squares or brackets in Live View or on an electronic viewfinder. These points are also used for light meter readings. |
3150300 | 490300 |
In-body stabilisation ⓘIn-body Stabilization means the camera has a certain technology embedded that counteracts camera shake. |
 Yes | Yes |
Viewfinder type ⓘThe viewfinder type is either electronic or optical. Electronic viewfinders will have a small screen in the viewfinder. Optical viewfinders will use prisms and mirrors to look through the lens. |
Electronic | Electronic |
| Viewfinder dots | 368640009900000 | 236000009900000 |
| Video | 96/100 | 91/100 |
Read the Video ComparisonVideoFor hybrid shooters, the GH6's 6K maximum recording resolution gives more room to crop or reframe footage while still finishing at 4K. The G95 tops out at 4K, enough for standard delivery but with less latitude in post. The GH6 also records MOV alongside MPEG-4, where the G95 uses MPEG-4 and AVCHD. A shared 120 fps maximum frame rate gives both cameras strong slow-motion potential. Both also include a built-in timelapse mode, so interval work needs no external timer. | ||
Video ⓘIndicates if this camera is capable of recording video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Max video resolution ⓘThe best resolution this camera can capture video in. Modern cameras can capture up to 8K video. |
 6K |  4K |
Max video format ⓘVideo resolution measured by the greatest number of pixels possible in each frame, width by height. A higher resolution means more detail or clarity in your video. |
5760 x 2880 | 3840 x 2160 |
Max video frame rate ⓘHow many frames per second your video will capture. Most cameras have options for multiple frame rates, depending on the resolution you shoot in. For a general video, 24p or 30p is the standard, but more serious filmmakers may need a higher frame rate for creative effect. |
120 fps | 120 fps |
Timelapse built in ⓘA built in time-lapse mode will allow continuous shooting throughout a prolonged period of time to be compressed into a sped up video. |
 Yes | Yes |
Video file format ⓘDifferent cameras can record in various video file formats. The File format you record in can impact how you edit and use the files. |
MPEG-4, MOV | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
| Features | 83/100 | 83/100 |
Read the Features ComparisonFeaturesThe G95 has a built-in flash for quick fill light, while the GH6 has none and needs an external unit, which both support. Both bodies are weather sealed for shooting in dust or light rain. As a similarity, both cameras use a 3-inch, 1,240,000-dot touchscreen that flips out for waist-level and self-framed shooting. Wi-Fi and Bluetooth are present on both for wireless transfer and remote control. Neither includes GPS, so geotagging requires a paired phone. | ||
Builtin flash ⓘA built-in flash will often be positioned right above the lens. This will automatically pop up when you activate it. |
No |  Yes |
External flash ⓘExternal flashes are often connected through a hot shoe at the top of a camera, or a cable at the side of the camera. |
 Yes | Yes |
GPS ⓘGPS features in a camera will include location metadata to each of your photographs. |
✗ | ✗ |
Weather sealing ⓘWeather sealing capabilities will give you more confidence when shooting in unfavourable conditions. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen type | TFT LCD | LCD |
Touch screen ⓘTouchscreen allows you to change camera settings and access menus with a swipe of your finger, instead of using buttons. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Screen size | 3" | 3" |
Screen dots ⓘScreen dots indicate the resolution of the LCD screen by including each sub pixel. |
12400001150001500000 | 12400001150001500000 |
Flip screen ⓘA flip screen (or articulating screen) is a second screen which can flip out from the side or top of the camera. This rotating screen allows you more freedom to take photos at different angles. |
 Yes | Yes |
Live view ⓘLive View feature allows you to see a continuous live video of what is being seen through your lens. |
 Yes | Yes |
Wi-Fi ⓘBuilt-in Wi-Fi allows you to connect your camera and share images wirelessly. |
 Yes | Yes |
Bluetooth ⓘBluetooth capabilities allow you wireless control of your camera with other external devices. |
 Yes | Yes |
| Storage & battery | 68/100 | 29/100 |
Read the Storage & battery ComparisonStorage and BatteryThe GH6 is the better camera for long, card-hungry shoots: two card slots, taking SD (UHS-II) and CFexpress B, against a single SD slot with UHS-II support on the G95. The dual slots let you carry more media on a job, and CFexpress B adds a second card format for video work. The GH6's rated battery life is higher too, at 360 shots against 290 for the G95. Both cameras charge over USB, handy for topping up from a power bank. | ||
| Memory card | SD (UHS-II compatible), CFexpress B | SD / SDHC / SDXC (UHS-II compatible) |
| Dual memory card slots |  Yes | No |
| Battery type | Li-ion Battery Pack | DMW-BLC12E |
Battery life ⓘApproximately how long this cameras battery will last measured by how many photographs you will be able to take. |
360 shots1505000 | 290 shots1505000 |
| USB charging |  Yes | Yes |
Read: Verdict
Verdict
For video-led work the GH6 is the clear pick. Its 6K recording, 14 fps bursts, 315 AF points and dual card slots make it the stronger production body.
When light weight leads the decision, the G95 is the better choice: at 536 g with a built-in flash, it suits travel and everyday stills. It also offers in-body stabilisation, weather sealing and a 120 fps maximum video frame rate, so the essentials are covered for a lighter kit.