Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic S2

In this write-up, we are contrasting the Panasonic G6 versus Panasonic S2, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and they are both produced by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the S2 (14MP) is very well matched but the G6 (Four Thirds) and S2 (1/2.3") possess totally different sensor size.

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The G6 was unveiled 16 months after the S2 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic S2 being a Compact camera.

Before we go in to a full comparison, below is a quick view of how the G6 scores vs the S2 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-S2. The full galleries are available at Panasonic G6 Gallery and Panasonic S2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G6 has exterior measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") having a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) and the Panasonic S2 has measurements of 98mm x 57mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") having a weight of 112 grams (0.25 lbs).

See the Panasonic G6 versus Panasonic S2 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the G6 versus the S2.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the G6 and S2 is 74 and 96 respectively.

More often than not, it can be hard to see the difference between sensor dimensions purely by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath will help give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G6 and S2.

As you can tell, both of those cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G6 with its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic G6 will give you greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The fresher G6 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.