Leica SL vs Panasonic G6

Here is a complete review of the Leica SL versus Panasonic G6, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Leica and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the resolutions of the SL (24MP) and G6 (16MP) and the SL (Full frame) and G6 (Four Thirds) have different sensor dimensions.

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The SL was released 2 years later than the G6 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the SL matches up against the G6 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Leica SL and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The complete galleries are available at Leica SL Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

For those who are planning to carry your camera often, you will want to consider its weight and proportions. The Leica SL has got outer dimensions of 147mm x 104mm x 39mm (5.8" x 4.1" x 1.5") and a weight of 847 grams (1.87 lbs) and the Panasonic G6 has measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Contrast the Leica SL versus Panasonic G6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Underneath is a front view over all size comparison of the SL compared to the G6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the SL and G6 is 67 and 74 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizing just by researching technical specs. The graphic below might give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizes in the SL and G6.

As you can tell, the two cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The SL featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Leica SL will provide you with more detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a good deal more aggressively. The more recent SL should have a benefit in sensor technology.