Leica CL vs Panasonic GF6

Lets look a bit more closely at the Leica CL vs Panasonic GF6, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Leica and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap between the image resolutions of the CL (24MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the CL (APS-C) and GF6 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor sizing.

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The CL was unveiled 4 years later than the GF6 and that is quite a large difference as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (Rangefinder-style mirrorless).

Before we go in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise summary of how the CL matches up versus the GF6 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Leica CL & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The full galleries are available at Leica CL Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

In case you're going to lug around your camera often, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Leica CL has exterior measurements of 131mm x 78mm x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") and a weight of 403 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF6 has dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view dimension comparison of the CL versus the GF6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the CL and GF6 is 82 and 87 respectively.

Sometimes, it is hard to visualise the gap between sensor measurements simply by reviewing specifications. The visual here might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the CL and GF6.

Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The CL with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Leica CL will offer more detail having an extra 8MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The newer CL is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.