Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic SZ7

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic G6 and Panasonic SZ7, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact and both of them are designed by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the SZ7 (14MP) is very close but the G6 (Four Thirds) and SZ7 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.

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The G6 was introduced 16 months after the SZ7 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 SZ7 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight to a in-depth comparison, here is a simple summary of how the G6 grades against the SZ7 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-SZ7. The whole galleries are provided at Panasonic G6 Gallery and Panasonic SZ7 Gallery.

When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic G6 has physical dimensions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) while the Panasonic SZ7 has sizing of 99mm x 59mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.8") having a weight of 133 grams (0.29 lbs).

Look at the Panasonic G6 and Panasonic SZ7 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view dimensions comparison of the G6 versus the SZ7.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the G6 and SZ7 is 74 and 95 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to see the difference in sensor dimensions simply by researching specifications. The picture below will offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the G6 and SZ7.

To sum up, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The G6 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic G6 will render more detail using its extra 2MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop images way more aggressively. The more recent G6 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.