Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic G6
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Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic G6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Raise to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 4096 x 2160 video
- 24-480mm (F2.8-4.5) lens
- 915g - 138 x 102 x 135mm
- Introduced September 2016
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-FZ2000
- Previous Model is Panasonic FZ1000
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 122 x 85 x 71mm
- Launched April 2013
- Superseded the Panasonic G5
- Renewed by Panasonic G7
Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic G6 Overview
In this article, we will be comparing the Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic G6, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the FZ2500 (20MP) and G6 (16MP) and the FZ2500 (1") and G6 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizes.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe FZ2500 was launched 3 years later than the G6 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the FZ2500 scores vs the G6 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic G6 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ2500 over the Panasonic G6
FZ2500 | G6 | |||
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Launched | September 2016 | April 2013 | Fresher by 42 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 1036k | Clearer screen (+4k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G6 over the Panasonic FZ2500
G6 | FZ2500 |
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Common features in the Panasonic FZ2500 and Panasonic G6
FZ2500 | G6 | |||
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Manual focus | More exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3" | Equivalent screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic G6 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic FZ2500 comes with outside dimensions of 138mm x 102mm x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") accompanied by a weight of 915 grams (2.02 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G6 has sizing of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).
See the Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic G6 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are employing at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the FZ2500 against the G6.
Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the FZ2500 and G6 is 53 and 74 respectively.
Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic G6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its tough to see the gap in sensor sizing just by viewing specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the FZ2500 and G6.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The FZ2500 featuring a smaller sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field more challenging and the Panasonic FZ2500 will provide you with extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The newer FZ2500 will have an advantage in sensor tech.
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Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic G6 Specifications
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Panasonic | Panasonic |
Model | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 |
Also Known as | Lumix DMC-FZ2000 | - |
Class | Large Sensor Superzoom | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2016-09-19 | 2013-04-24 |
Physical type | SLR-like (bridge) | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Venus Engine | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | 1" | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 13.2 x 8.8mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 116.2mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 20MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 5472 x 3648 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 25600 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 125 | 160 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 80 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 49 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | fixed lens | Micro Four Thirds |
Lens focal range | 24-480mm (20.0x) | - |
Highest aperture | f/2.8-4.5 | - |
Macro focus distance | 3cm | - |
Number of lenses | - | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 2.7 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,036k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.74x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 60 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Fastest quiet shutter speed | 1/16000 seconds | - |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | 13.20 m (at Auto ISO) | 10.50 m |
Flash options | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 4096 x 2060 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Highest video resolution | 4096x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 915 grams (2.02 pounds) | 390 grams (0.86 pounds) |
Dimensions | 138 x 102 x 135mm (5.4" x 4.0" x 5.3") | 122 x 85 x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 70 | 61 |
DXO Color Depth score | 23.0 | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 12.6 | 11.5 |
DXO Low light score | 538 | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 350 photos | 340 photos |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | DMW-BLC12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Single | Single |
Retail pricing | $998 | $750 |