Panasonic G6 vs Panasonic ZS70

Let's examine more closely at the Panasonic G6 and Panasonic ZS70, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both of them are sold by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the G6 (16MP) and the ZS70 (20MP) is pretty well matched but the G6 (Four Thirds) and ZS70 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The G6 was announced 5 years prior to the ZS70 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic G6 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS70 being a Compact camera.

Before getting through a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the G6 scores versus the ZS70 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Following is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS70. The whole galleries are viewable at Panasonic G6 Gallery & Panasonic ZS70 Gallery.

When you are aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic G6 offers outside measurements of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS70 has specifications of 112mm x 67mm x 41mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.6") and a weight of 322 grams (0.71 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic G6 and Panasonic ZS70 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the G6 against the ZS70.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the G6 and ZS70 is 74 and 87 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be difficult to visualise the difference between sensor measurements merely by looking at specifications. The photograph here might give you a far better sense of the sensor sizing in the G6 and ZS70.

Plainly, each of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The G6 using its bigger sensor will make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Panasonic ZS70 will give extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The older G6 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor innovation.