Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic ZS10

The following is a in-depth analysis of the Panasonic G6 and Panasonic ZS10, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both sold by Panasonic. The image resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is pretty similar but the G6 (Four Thirds) and ZS10 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The G6 was launched 2 years after the ZS10 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before going through a comprehensive comparison, below is a short synopsis of how the G6 scores against the ZS10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The complete galleries are available at Panasonic G6 Gallery and Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to travel with your camera, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Panasonic G6 comes with outer measurements 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 ZS10 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

Compare the Panasonic G6 and Panasonic ZS10 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the G6 against the ZS10.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the G6 and ZS10 is 74 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor dimensions just by going over technical specs. The pic below may give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the G6 and ZS10.

As you can tell, both of the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The G6 because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic G6 will deliver more detail utilizing its extra 2 Megapixels. Higher resolution will allow you to crop shots much more aggressively. The fresher G6 is going to have a benefit in sensor tech.