Panasonic FS25 vs Panasonic GF6

Below, we will be looking at the Panasonic FS25 versus Panasonic GF6, former is a Small Sensor Compact while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both offered by Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the resolutions of the FS25 (12MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the FS25 (1/2.3") and GF6 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The FS25 was announced 5 years before the GF6 which is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic FS25 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the FS25 scores against the GF6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS25 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic FS25 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to travel with your camera often, you are going to need to take into account its weight and measurements. The Panasonic FS25 has outer dimensions of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 148 grams (0.33 lbs) and the Panasonic GF6 has proportions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the FS25 against the GF6.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FS25 and GF6 is 95 and 87 respectively.

Typically, it's tough to see the difference between sensor dimensions simply by reviewing specifications. The image underneath should provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the FS25 and GF6.

Plainly, both of the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FS25 with its tinier sensor will make achieving bokeh more difficult and the Panasonic GF6 will deliver greater detail with its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more aged FS25 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor innovation.