Panasonic FH6 vs Panasonic GX1

Lets look more closely at the Panasonic FH6 and Panasonic GX1, former being a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Panasonic. The resolution of the FH6 (14MP) and the GX1 (16MP) is relatively similar but the FH6 (1/2.3") and GX1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The FH6 was introduced around the same time to the GX1 so they are both of a similar age. The two cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FH6 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a complete comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the FH6 scores vs the GX1 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FH6 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic FH6 offers external dimensions of 96mm x 56mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 119 grams (0.26 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has specifications of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic FH6 and Panasonic GX1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the FH6 compared to the GX1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FH6 and GX1 is 96 and 87 respectively.

Normally, it is very tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the FH6 and GX1.

Clearly, both of those cameras have different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The FH6 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF trickier and the Panasonic GX1 will offer you more detail using its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures a bit more aggressively.