Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic SZ10

The following is a in depth review of the Panasonic G6 and Panasonic SZ10, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are produced by Panasonic. The resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the SZ10 (16MP) is very similar but the G6 (Four Thirds) and SZ10 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The G6 was unveiled 20 months prior to the SZ10 making them a generation away from each other. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic SZ10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving into a comprehensive comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the G6 grades against the SZ10 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ10. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic G6 Gallery & Panasonic SZ10 Gallery.

In case you're going to travel with your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Panasonic G6 has got external dimensions 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 SZ10 has proportions of 99mm x 60mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.2") and a weight of 177 grams (0.39 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view sizing comparison of the G6 against the SZ10.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the G6 and SZ10 is 74 and 93 respectively.

Often, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor dimensions simply by going over specifications. The image here may give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the G6 and SZ10.

To sum up, both of these cameras come with the identical MP but not the same sensor dimensions. The G6 contains the larger sensor which should make getting shallow DOF easier. The more aged G6 is going to be disadvantaged in sensor tech.