Leica CL vs Panasonic GF6
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Leica CL vs Panasonic GF6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 50000
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Leica L Mount
- 403g - 131 x 78 x 45mm
- Introduced November 2017
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 323g - 111 x 65 x 38mm
- Announced April 2013
- Succeeded the Panasonic GF5
- Replacement is Panasonic GF7

Leica CL vs Panasonic GF6 Overview
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.

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.

Leica CL vs Panasonic GF6 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Leica CL over the Panasonic GF6
CL | GF6 | |||
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Announced | November 2017 | ![]() | April 2013 | More recent by 57 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GF6 over the Leica CL
GF6 | CL | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Very precise focus | ||
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Common features in the Leica CL and Panasonic GF6
CL | GF6 | |||
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Screen sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equivalent screen measurement |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1040k | The same screen resolution |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Lacking selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Leica CL vs Panasonic GF6 Physical Comparison
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).
Take a look at the Leica CL vs Panasonic GF6 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
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.

Leica CL vs Panasonic GF6 Sensor Comparison
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.

Leica CL vs Panasonic GF6 Screen and ViewFinder


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Leica CL vs Panasonic GF6 Specifications
Leica CL | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Leica | Panasonic |
Model | Leica CL | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2017-11-21 | 2013-04-08 |
Physical type | Rangefinder-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Maestro II | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.6 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 370.5mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 3:2 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6014 x 4014 | 4592 x 3448 |
Highest native ISO | 50000 | 12800 |
Highest boosted ISO | - | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | - |
Cross focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Leica L | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 30 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Tilting |
Display sizing | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | 1/25000 secs | - |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.30 m |
Flash options | no built-in flash | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 1280 x 720p (60i PsF/30p in NTSC models, 50i PsF/25p on PAL), 640 x 480 (30/25fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 403 gr (0.89 pounds) | 323 gr (0.71 pounds) |
Dimensions | 131 x 78 x 45mm (5.2" x 3.1" x 1.8") | 111 x 65 x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 54 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.7 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 622 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 220 pictures | 340 pictures |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | BP-DC12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 12 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Retail cost | $3,799 | $326 |