Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic G6

Lets look closer at the Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic G6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the G2 (12MP) and G6 (16MP) but they use the same exact sensor size (Four Thirds).

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The G2 was brought out 3 years before the G6 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the G2 scores versus the G6 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G2 Gallery & Panasonic G6 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to consider its weight and size. The Panasonic G2 provides exterior measurements of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs) and the Panasonic G6 has specifications of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G2 vs Panasonic G6 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the G2 and the G6.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G2 and G6 is 72 and 74 respectively.

Typically, its tough to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking technical specs. The picture here might offer you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the G2 and G6.

As you can tell, both the cameras offer the same exact sensor sizing albeit different resolution. You can expect the Panasonic G6 to give more detail having its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The more aged G2 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.