Panasonic Lumix GH6
Micro Four Thirds · 2022
Sony FX3
full-frame · 2021
Sony FX3 takes it — here’s why.
In our weighted Specdex score, Panasonic Lumix GH6 lands at 85 and Sony FX3 at 90. That puts Sony FX3 ahead by 5 points — a decisive margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.
Pick Panasonic Lumix GH6 if…
- ✓Current-gen AF system
- ✓Proven lens ecosystem
- ✓Strong video + stills balance
Pick Sony FX3 if…
- ✓Current-gen AF system
- ✓Proven lens ecosystem
- ✓Strong video + stills balance
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testPhoto
Sony FX3Compared on the photo sub-score
Sony FX3 leads on photo (90 vs 85).
Ergonomics
TieCompared on the ergonomics sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Autofocus
Sony FX3Compared on the autofocus sub-score
Sony FX3 leads on autofocus (88 vs 83).
Value for money
Panasonic Lumix GH6Specdex score per dollar at MSRP
Panasonic Lumix GH6 more score per dollar ($2,199 vs $3,898).
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Panasonic Lumix GH6 | Sony FX3 |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Micro Four Thirds | full-frame |
| Release year | 2022 | 2021 |
Panasonic Lumix GH6
- +Current-gen AF system
- +Proven lens ecosystem
- +Strong video + stills balance
- −Body price excludes lens
- −Heavy for travel (flagship)
- −Learning curve on menus
Sony FX3
- +Current-gen AF system
- +Proven lens ecosystem
- +Strong video + stills balance
- −Body price excludes lens
- −Heavy for travel (flagship)
- −Learning curve on menus
FAQ: Panasonic Lumix GH6 vs Sony FX3
Which is better, Panasonic Lumix GH6 or Sony FX3? +
Sony FX3 scores 90 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 5. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Panasonic Lumix GH6 worth the price? +
At $2,199, Panasonic Lumix GH6 delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in ergonomics.
Is Sony FX3 worth the price? +
At $3,898, Sony FX3 delivers a Specdex score of 90 — strongest in photo.
Does Panasonic Lumix GH6 or Sony FX3 last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.
Which is better for photo, Panasonic Lumix GH6 or Sony FX3? +
Sony FX3 — leads on photo (90 vs 85). Compared on the photo sub-score.
Which is better for autofocus, Panasonic Lumix GH6 or Sony FX3? +
Sony FX3 — leads on autofocus (88 vs 83). Compared on the autofocus sub-score.