Panasonic
Lumix GH6
MFT video powerhouse with 5.7K 60p and ProRes internal.
$2,199
Launch priceReleased Feb 2022
Sony
HXR-NX800
AI-powered NXCAM with 1-inch Exmor RS sensor, 20x zoom, 4K60/120p HLG, variable ND, RTMP/SRT streaming, and Cinema Line color match.
$3,299
Launch priceReleased Sep 2024
HXR-NX800 is 2.6 years newer.
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Wins
Lumix GH6
Wins
HXR-NX800
5 categories tied
Which would you choose?
TL;DR — Key differences
- ALumix GH6 has higher Max video bit rate (1900 Mbps vs 200 Mbps)
- ALumix GH6 has higher Burst (electronic) (75 fps vs 20 fps)
- BHXR-NX800 has higher AF points / zones (759 vs 315)
- ALumix GH6 has higher 4K max frame rate (120 fps vs 60 fps)
- BHXR-NX800 has higher RAW buffer depth (120 frames vs 65 frames)
Key specs at a glance
Size and weight, to scale
📸 Snap this size diff to shareLumix GH6
138 × 100 × 100 mm
823 g (1.81 lb / 29.03 oz)
Credit card
85.6 × 54 mm
for scale
HXR-NX800
134 × 91 × 72 mm
580 g (1.28 lb / 20.46 oz)
Lumix GH6 is 4mm wider, 9mm taller, and 28mm thicker than HXR-NX800.
Lumix GH6 is 243 g heavier than HXR-NX800.
Depth (front-to-back): 100mm Lumix GH6 · 72mm HXR-NX800
Sensor size, to scale
Lumix GH6
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
HXR-NX800
17.3 × 13 mm · Micro Four Thirds
225 mm² area
Lens ecosystem
Native lens selection
Lumix GH6
✓ more lensesMicro Four Thirds
130+
native lenses available
HXR-NX800: mount data unavailable
Counts include current first-party and major third-party native autofocus lenses.
Use-case scoring
Which one for what?
Algorithmic scores from verified specs · 10 = best in class
Why pick one over the other
Reasons to choose
Lumix GH6
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 138.4, 100.3, 99.6
Max video bit rate
1900 Mbps vs 200 Mbps — higher is better
Burst (electronic)
75 fps vs 20 fps — higher is better
Subject recognition
Adds Face, Eye
4K max frame rate
120 fps vs 60 fps — higher is better
Card types
Adds CFexpress Type B
Resolution
25.2 MP vs 14 MP — higher is better
Burst (mechanical)
14 fps vs 8 fps — higher is better
Reasons to choose
HXR-NX800
Dimensions (W×H×D mm)
Adds 134, 91, 72
AF points / zones
759 vs 315 — higher is better
AA filter
Only HXR-NX800 supports it
Subject recognition
Adds Bird, Vehicle
RAW buffer depth
120 frames vs 65 frames — higher is better
Battery life (CIPA)
640 shots vs 360 shots — higher is better
Codecs
Adds ProRes
Weight
580 g vs 823 g — lower is better
Both cameras share
- ✓ISO min (native) — Both 100
- ✓ISO max (native) — Both 25,600
- ✓Eye AF — Both support eye af
- ✓Animal / bird AF — Both support animal / bird af
- ✓Pre-Capture / Pre-Release — Both support pre-capture / pre-release
- ✓Internal RAW video — Both support internal raw video
Pros & cons at a glance
Editorially curated highlights and trade-offs.
Lumix GH6
Pros
- ✓ProRes internal
- ✓5.7K 60p
- ✓No recording limit
Cons
- –MFT sensor
- –Autofocus limitations
- –Bulky for MFT
HXR-NX800
Pros
- ✓AI subject recognition AF + auto framing
- ✓4K up to 60p / 120p slow motion
- ✓20x 24–480mm f/2.8–4.5 zoom
- ✓Variable electronic ND filter
- ✓2.4/5 GHz Wi-Fi + RTMP/SRT streaming
Cons
- –No SDI (HDMI only on NX800)
- –Heavier than palm-cam Z90
- –Premium over FDR-AX700
- –Requires learning AI AF settings
Decided which one is right for you?
Compare live prices for the Lumix GH6 and HXR-NX800 at major authorized retailers.
Panasonic Lumix GH6
Sony HXR-NX800
Affiliate disclosure: As an Amazon Associate, Cameraegg earns from qualifying purchases. Cameraegg may also earn commission from B&H links, at no extra cost to you.
Full specifications
✓ = category winner
Frequently asked
Quick answers generated from verified specs.
Which is better for sports, Lumix GH6 or HXR-NX800?
Lumix GH6 scores 10.0/10 versus 8.0/10 for HXR-NX800 — 75fps burst — pro-level action capture.
What's the resolution difference between the Lumix GH6 and HXR-NX800?
Lumix GH6 is 25.2 MP and HXR-NX800 is 14 MP, so the Lumix GH6 captures more detail for cropping and large prints.
Do the Lumix GH6 and HXR-NX800 have in-body image stabilization?
Lumix GH6 has 7.5-stop in-body image stabilization, while HXR-NX800 has 7-stop in-body image stabilization.
Which shoots faster bursts — the Lumix GH6 or the HXR-NX800?
Lumix GH6 reaches 75 fps electronic. HXR-NX800 reaches 20 fps electronic.
What's the weight difference between the Lumix GH6 and HXR-NX800?
Lumix GH6 weighs 823 g and HXR-NX800 weighs 580 g, so the HXR-NX800 is 243 g lighter.
Do the Lumix GH6 and HXR-NX800 record 4K video?
Lumix GH6: 4K up to 120p. HXR-NX800: 4K up to 60p.
Are the Lumix GH6 and HXR-NX800 weather sealed?
Lumix GH6: Yes. HXR-NX800: Yes.
Which has better battery life?
Rated battery life is 360 shots (CIPA) for the Lumix GH6 and 640 shots for the HXR-NX800, giving the HXR-NX800 the edge.
How much does each cost?
Lumix GH6 launched at $2,199 and HXR-NX800 at $3,299. The Lumix GH6 is $1,100 less.
Can't decide between two? Compare a third camera.
Add any camera to get a three-way Lumix GH6 vs HXR-NX800 vs X comparison.
Specs sourced from manufacturer data. Use-case scores algorithmically derived. Last reviewed June 2026.