Olympus SZ-15 vs Panasonic G6

Following is a in-depth review of the Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic G6, one is a Small Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Olympus and Panasonic. The image resolution of the SZ-15 (16MP) and the G6 (16MP) is very close but the SZ-15 (1/2.3") and G6 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizing.

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The SZ-15 was brought out 2 months after the G6 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Olympus SZ-15 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief highlight of how the SZ-15 matches up versus the G6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The entire galleries are available at Olympus SZ-15 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry around your camera often, you will want to think about its weight and dimensions. The Olympus SZ-15 enjoys outside measurements of 108mm x 70mm x 40mm (4.3" x 2.8" x 1.6") accompanied by a weight of 250 grams (0.55 lbs) while the Panasonic G6 has dimensions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Examine the Olympus SZ-15 and Panasonic G6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you have attached during that time. Underneath is a front view proportions comparison of the SZ-15 vs the G6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the SZ-15 and G6 is 88 and 74 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to visualise the difference in sensor sizes just by researching specifications. The image below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the SZ-15 and G6.

Plainly, the 2 cameras come with the identical resolution but not the same sensor sizes. The SZ-15 uses the smaller sensor which should make getting shallower depth of field trickier.