Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic L1

In this article, we will be matching up the Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic L1, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and both are manufactured by Panasonic. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the G6 (16MP) and L1 (7MP) but they feature the same exact sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The G6 was manufactured 6 years later than the L1 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the G6 matches up vs the L1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic G6 Gallery & Panasonic L1 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you will need to factor its weight and volume. The Panasonic G6 offers physical measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic L1 has sizing of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") having a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the G6 vs the L1.

Using size and weight, the portability score of the G6 and L1 is 74 and 65 respectively.

Usually, its hard to imagine the difference in sensor measurements only by seeing specs. The visual underneath will help offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the G6 and L1.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing albeit different megapixels. You can expect the Panasonic G6 to show greater detail due to its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures far more aggressively. The more modern G6 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.