Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic GF6

In this write-up, we will be matching up the Panasonic FZ1000 vs Panasonic GF6, former is a Large Sensor Superzoom while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the sensor resolutions of the FZ1000 (20MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the FZ1000 (1") and GF6 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor sizes.

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The FZ1000 was unveiled 15 months after the GF6 which makes the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving in to a complete comparison, below is a brief view of how the FZ1000 grades vs the GF6 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The full galleries are provided at Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

For those who are aiming to travel with your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic FZ1000 has external dimensions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") along with a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GF6 has dimensions 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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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the FZ1000 versus the GF6.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability score of the FZ1000 and GF6 is 55 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it can be difficult to visualize the gap between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The picture underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the FZ1000 and GF6.

To sum up, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The FZ1000 having a tinier sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field trickier and the Panasonic FZ1000 will resolve more detail having an extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots a little more aggressively. The fresher FZ1000 provides a benefit in sensor tech.