Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic G6

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.

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.