Canon 6D vs Panasonic L1

Below, we are reviewing the Canon 6D and Panasonic L1, both Advanced DSLR cameras by brands Canon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the 6D (20MP) and L1 (7MP) and the 6D (Full frame) and L1 (Four Thirds) come with totally different sensor sizes.

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The 6D was launched 5 years after the L1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (Mid-size SLR).

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a brief overview of how the 6D grades vs the L1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Canon EOS 6D and Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The complete galleries are viewable at Canon 6D Gallery and Panasonic L1 Gallery.

If you are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you need to factor its weight and proportions. The Canon 6D provides exterior measurements of 145mm x 111mm x 71mm (5.7" x 4.4" x 2.8") having a weight of 770 grams (1.70 lbs) while the Panasonic L1 has measurements of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") along with a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

See the Canon 6D and Panasonic L1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view overall size comparison of the 6D against the L1.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the 6D and L1 is 59 and 65 respectively.

In many cases, it can be hard to visualise the gap in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The pic below will give you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the 6D and L1.

As you have seen, each of these cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The 6D due to its larger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Canon 6D will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos much more aggressively. The fresher 6D is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.