Panasonic FX75 vs Panasonic GF6

Here is a in-depth overview of the Panasonic FX75 versus Panasonic GF6, one being a Small Sensor Compact and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both produced by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the FX75 (14MP) and the GF6 (16MP) is pretty close but the FX75 (1/2.3") and GF6 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor sizes.

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The FX75 was manufactured 3 years prior to the GF6 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FX75 being a Compact camera and the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a short overview of how the FX75 grades versus the GF6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX75 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic FX75 Gallery and Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

If you're aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic FX75 has got outer measurements of 103mm x 55mm x 23mm (4.1" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 165 grams (0.36 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF6 has sizing of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

See the Panasonic FX75 versus Panasonic GF6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using during that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the FX75 against the GF6.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FX75 and GF6 is 94 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it's tough to visualise the contrast in sensor sizing simply by viewing a spec sheet. The graphic here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the FX75 and GF6.

As you can see, both cameras have different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FX75 because of its smaller sensor will make getting bokeh harder and the Panasonic GF6 will provide you with more detail due to its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots a bit more aggressively. The older FX75 will be behind when it comes to sensor technology.