Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic GF6

On this page, we are looking at the Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic GF6, one being a Large Sensor Superzoom and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and both of them are sold by Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the image resolutions of the FZ2500 (20MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the FZ2500 (1") and GF6 (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor measurements.

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The FZ2500 was unveiled 3 years later than the GF6 and that is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic FZ2500 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera and the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the FZ2500 scores against the GF6 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ2500 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The full galleries are available at Panasonic FZ2500 Gallery and Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to lug around your camera frequently, you need to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic FZ2500 has exterior measurements 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 GF6 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic FZ2500 vs Panasonic GF6 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use during that time. Here is a front view size comparison of the FZ2500 compared to the GF6.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the FZ2500 and GF6 is 53 and 87 respectively.

More often than not, it is very hard to see the gap between sensor measurements purely by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic below will give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the FZ2500 and GF6.

As you can see, both of these cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The FZ2500 with its tinier sensor will make getting shallower DOF more challenging and the Panasonic FZ2500 will give you greater detail having an extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also allow you to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The fresher FZ2500 will have a benefit in sensor tech.