Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic GF7

Lets look a bit more closely at the Panasonic G6 and Panasonic GF7, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the GF7 (16MP) is pretty similar and both cameras offer the identical sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The G6 was brought out 21 months before the GF7 which makes them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF7 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the G6 grades against the GF7 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF7. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic G6 Gallery and Panasonic GF7 Gallery.

If you are planning to travel with your camera often, you will want to factor its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic G6 has physical measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Panasonic GF7 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 266 grams (0.59 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic G6 and Panasonic GF7 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at that time. Following is a front view size comparison of the G6 vs the GF7.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the G6 and GF7 is 74 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, it can be difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by reading a spec sheet. The image below will help provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G6 and GF7.

As you can see, both of the cameras feature the identical sensor size and the same megapixels and you should expect similar quality of photographs however you might want to consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more aged G6 is going to be disadvantaged with regard to sensor technology.