Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic G6

The following is a extended analysis of the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Panasonic G6, one is a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are built by Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and G6 (16MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and G6 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The FZ1000 was released 14 months after the G6 making them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a in-depth comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the FZ1000 grades vs the G6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ1000 features physical measurements of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") with a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) and the Panasonic G6 has measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic FZ1000 versus Panasonic G6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are utilising during that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the FZ1000 vs the G6.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the FZ1000 and G6 is 55 and 74 respectively.

Normally, it can be difficult to envision the contrast between sensor dimensions only by reading through specs. The picture here will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ1000 and G6.

All in all, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The FZ1000 due to its tinier sensor will make shooting shallower DOF harder and the Panasonic FZ1000 will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The newer FZ1000 will have an edge with regard to sensor technology.