Sony Alpha 6500 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4
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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Sony Alpha 6500 and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Sony Alpha 6500 was introduced in October 2016 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 was introduced in February 2014. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Sony Alpha 6500 Highlights

      • 24.2 MP APS-C CMOS Sensor
      • 100 - 25,600 Native ISO
      • 425 Focus Points
      • 5-Axis Image Stabilization
      • 3.0" 922k dot Tilting Screen
      • 0.39" 2,359k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 11.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 3840 x 2160 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 Highlights

      • 16.05 MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS Sensor
      • 200 - 25,600 Native ISO
      • 49 Focus Points (49 Cross-type)
      • 3.0" 1,036k dot Fully Articulated Screen
      • 2,359k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 12.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 4096 x 2160 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi
      • Wheather Sealed Body
      Table of Contents
      1. Overview
      2. Pros and Cons
      3. Advantage of Sony Alpha 6500
      4. Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4
      5. Common Strengths and Weaknesses
      6. Screen and Viewfinder
      7. Sensor
      8. Photography Features
      9. Connectivity, Battery and Storage
      10. Other Features
      11. Physical Parameters
      12. For Different Types of Photography
      13. Evaluations
      14. Specifications  

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Sony Alpha 6500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4.

      PROS

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      •   Video Capture
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   Webcam Functionality
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 453 g (1.00 lb / 15.98 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Video Capture
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   High Video Resolution - 4096 x 2160
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Small Sensor
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      •   Price
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   -1 EV Min AF Detection
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,359k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/160 sec
      •   DxO Overall Score - 85
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.05 Megapixel
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   -4 EV Min AF Detection
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,359k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 12.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/250 sec
      •   DxO Overall Score - 74
      •   Weight - 560 g (1.23 lb / 19.75 oz)

      Advantage of Sony Alpha 6500

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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Sony Alpha 6500 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4.

      Sony Alpha 6500 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4
      Larger Sensor APS-C vs Micro Four Thirds
      Higher Sensor Resolution 24.2 Megapixel vs 16.05 Megapixel
      Lower Native ISO 100 vs 200
      Max Image Resolution 6000 x 4000 vs 4608 x 3456
      Higher Max AF Detection +20 EV vs +18 EV
      More Focus Points 425 vs 49
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Image Stabilization 5-Axis Sensor Shift vs
      Higher Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) 0.71x vs 0.67x
      Average Metering vs
      Lower Min Metering -2 EV vs 0 EV
      Higher Max Metering +20 EV vs +18 EV
      Higher DxO Low Light ISO 1405 vs 791
      Higher DxO Color Depth 24.5 vs 23.2
      Higher DxO Dynamic Range 13.7 vs 12.8
      Higher DxO Overall Score 85 vs 74
      Built-In Bluetooth vs
      Lighter 453 g (1.00 lb / 15.98 oz) vs 560 g (1.23 lb / 19.75 oz)

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      Sony a6700
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      APS-C

      26.0 MP

      Sony a6400
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Sony a6100
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Sony a6300
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Sony a6600
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Sony a6000
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      APS-C

      24.3 MP

      Canon SX60 HS
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      1/2.3-inch

      16.1 MP

      Panasonic SZ3
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      1/2.33-inch

      16.1 MP

      Canon SX10 IS
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      1/2.3-inch

      10.0 MP

      Nikon S3300
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      1/2.3-inch

      16 MP

      Pentax K-500
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      APS-C

      16.3 MP

      Pentax K100D Super
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      APS-C

      6.1 MP

      Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

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      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 over Sony Alpha 6500.

      Sony Alpha 6500 vs Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4
      Lower Min AF Detection -1 EV vs -4 EV
      Screen Type Tilting vs Fully Articulated
      Higher Resolution Screen 922k dot vs 1,036k dot
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 30 sec vs 60 sec
      Higher Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) 1/4000 sec vs 1/8000 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 11.0 fps vs 12.0 fps
      Higher Flash Sync Speed 1/160 sec vs 1/250 sec
      Higher Video Resolution 3840 x 2160 vs 4096 x 2160
      Headphone Output vs
      Longer Battery Life 350 shots vs 500 shots

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      Panasonic GH6
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      Micro Four Thirds

      25.2 MP

      Panasonic GH5 II
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20.33 MP

      Panasonic GH2
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      Micro Four Thirds

      16 MP

      Panasonic GH5S
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      Micro Four Thirds

      10.28 MP

      Panasonic GH5
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      Micro Four Thirds

      20.3 MP

      Panasonic GH3
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      Micro Four Thirds

      16.05 MP

      Panasonic GH1
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      Micro Four Thirds

      12 MP

      Fujifilm X-S10
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      APS-C

      26.1 MP

      Canon 70D
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      APS-C

      20.2 MP

      Fujifilm IS Pro
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      APS-C

      6 MP

      Fujifilm X-H2
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      APS-C

      40.2 MP

      Canon M3
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      APS-C

      24.2 MP

      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Sony Alpha 6500 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4
        Video Capture
        Touch-to-Focus
        Face Detection
        Live View Autofocus
        Touch Screen
        Built-in Flash
        High Video Resolution3840 x 21604096 x 2160
        HDMI Output Micro Micro
        Built-In Wi-Fi
        Environmental Sealing
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Sony Alpha 6500 Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4
        Low Video Recording Limit30 min30 min
        No Built-in GPS
        Short Battery Life350 shots500 shots

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Sony Alpha 6500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 have 3.0" screens with 922k dot and 1,036k dot resolutions respectively. Sony Alpha 6500 has a Tilting screen which makes it very useful for photography purposes but not so useful for video shooting. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 has a Fully Articulated screen which makes it selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting. Both models feature touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

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      Sony Alpha 6500 with Tilting and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 with Fully Articulated screen


      Viewfinder

      Sony Alpha 6500 has a built-in 0.39" Electronic viewfinder with 2,359k dot resolution and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 2,359k dot resolution. They both have 100% coverage.

      Sensor

      Sony Alpha 6500 features a 24.2 megapixel APS-C CMOS sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.6 mm and a total area of 366.6 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 25,600 and expands to 100 - 51,200 in boosted mode. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 features a 16.05 megapixel Micro Four Thirds CMOS sensor with dimensions of 17.3 x 13 mm and a total area of 169 mm2. Its native ISO range is 200 - 25,600.


      Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

      Sensor size chart
      Sensor Dimensions Area Aspect Ratio Crop Factor
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      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C23.6 x 15.6 mm368.2 mm23:21.5x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C (Canon)22.3 x 14.9 mm332.3 mm23:21.6x
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      Image cannot be displayed1-inch13.2 x 8.8 mm116.2 mm23:22.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/1.7-inch7.44 x 5.58 mm41.5 mm24:34.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/2.3-inch6.17 x 4.55 mm28.1 mm24:35.6x

      Photography Features

      Sony Alpha 6500 is equipped with BIONZ X processor and can take pictures up to 6000 x 4000 resolution. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 is equipped with Venus Engine IX processor and can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608 x 3072, 4608 x 2592, 3456 x 3456, 3264 x 2448, 3264 x 2176, 2448 x 2448, 2336 x 1752, 2356 x 1560, 1920 x 1080, 1744 x 1744, 1824 x 1368, 1824 x 1216, 1824 x 1024, 1712 x 1712 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios.


      Lens Mount

      Sony Alpha 6500 has Sony E lens mount and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 has Micro Four Thirds lens mount. Due to APS-C sensor in Sony Alpha 6500 its crop factor is equal to 1.5x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5. Due to Micro Four Thirds sensor in Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 its crop factor is equal to 2x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 2.


      In-Body Image Stabilization on Sony Alpha 6500

      Sony Alpha 6500 has a built-in 5-Axis Sensor Shift in-body image stabilization (IBIS). This means that you are still getting vibration reduction when camera is paired with non-image stabilizied lenses. It also works with lenses with optical image stabilization and in combination can achieve even better compensation.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi

      Cameras have built-in Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n, 2.4 GHz) which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in WiFi.


      Bluetooth on Sony Alpha 6500

      Sony Alpha 6500 has a built-in Bluetooth (version 4.1) which lets you to connect the camera to a smartphone or a dedicated remote control device. This allows you to remotely trigger the camera, adjust settings and controls remotely through a paired mobile app. While Wi-Fi is generally faster for transferring larger files, Bluetooth can be used for small, selective transfers, it can provide real-time information about your camera's battery status, memory card capacity, and other key settings directly on your paired smartphone or smartwatch.
        Check out the cameras in our database that have built-in Bluetooth.


      NFC on Sony Alpha 6500

      Sony Alpha 6500 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. Sony Alpha 6500 has a Micro HDMI and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 has a Micro HDMI connector for video signal output.


      Battery

      Sony Alpha 6500 comes with NP-FW50 battery pack with battery life of 350 shots and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 comes with DMW-BLF19 battery pack with battery life of 500 shots.


      External Storage Slots

      Sony Alpha 6500 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC/Memory Stick Duo Hybrid (UHS-I) card slot. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 has Mechanical Focal Plane shutter and Electronic shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Sony Alpha 6500, and up to 1/8000 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. Sony Alpha 6500 can shoot continuously up to 11.0 fps. Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 can shoot continuously up to 12.0 fps.


      Focusing

      Sony Alpha 6500 has Fast Hybrid AF (Phase-detection / Contrast-detection) system with 425 focusing points and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 has 49 focusing points. Sony Alpha 6500 has detection range from -1 to +20 EV and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 has detection range from -4 to +18 EV.


      Exposure

      Exposure meterings of Sony Alpha 6500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 range from -2 to +20 EV and 0 to +18 EV respectively and you can set the exposure compensation within the ±5 EV range on Sony Alpha 6500 and ±5 EV range on Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. You can also do exposure lock, exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment on Sony Alpha 6500 and exposure lock, exposure bracketing and manual exposure adjustment on Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 6.00 m at ISO 100 on Sony Alpha 6500 and 17.00 m at ISO 200 on Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe or Wireless connection to Sony Alpha 6500 and via Hot Shoe to Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/160 sec on Sony Alpha 6500 and 1/250 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4.

      Physical Parameters

      Sony Alpha 6500 body has dimensions of 120 x 67 x 53 mm (4.72 x 2.64 x 2.09") and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 body has dimensions of 133 x 93 x 84 mm (5.24 x 3.66 x 3.31"). Sony Alpha 6500 weighs 453 g (1.00 lb / 15.98 oz) and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 weighs 560 g (1.23 lb / 19.75 oz).

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      120 mm

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      133 mm

      93 mm

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      53 mm

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      Size comparisons of Sony Alpha 6500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      Sony Alpha 6500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      GOOD
      81
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      GOOD
      79
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,359k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      73
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,359k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 12.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      GOOD
      75
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,359k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,359k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 12.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/160 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      82
      •   Small Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/250 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 453 g (1.00 lb / 15.98 oz)
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Small Sensor
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 560 g (1.23 lb / 19.75 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 453 g (1.00 lb / 15.98 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   High Video Resolution - 4096 x 2160
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 560 g (1.23 lb / 19.75 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Sony Alpha 6500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4 and give them scores of 79 and 73 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      OVERALL
      79
      OVERALL
      73

      Sensor

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      GOOD
      70
      •   Sensor Resolution - 24.2 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 85
      AVERAGE
      66
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.05 Megapixel
      •   200 Lowest Native ISO
      •   25,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 74

      Photo

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      GOOD
      80
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 11.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/160 sec
      AVERAGE
      67
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   High Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/8000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 12.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/250 sec

      Video

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   High Video Resolution - 3840 x 2160
      •   Webcam Functionality
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      POOR
      40
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   High Video Resolution - 4096 x 2160
      •   Low Video Recording Limit

      Focusing

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      EXCELLENT
      90
      •   -1 EV Min AF Detection
      •   425 Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      GOOD
      81
      •   -4 EV Min AF Detection
      •   49 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      GOOD
      82
      •   Tilting Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 922k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,359k dot
      EXCELLENT
      86
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   Viewfinder Resolution - 2,359k dot

      Connectivity

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      EXCELLENT
      92
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Built-In Bluetooth
      EXCELLENT
      89
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Sony Alpha 6500

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH4

      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 453 g (1.00 lb / 15.98 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 350 shots
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 560 g (1.23 lb / 19.75 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 500 shots


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