Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic GH1

Here, we are reviewing the Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic GH1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are manufactured by Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the resolutions of the GF6 (16MP) and GH1 (12MP) but both cameras provide the identical sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

Photography Glossary

The GF6 was launched 3 years after the GH1 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GH1 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting right into a detailed comparison, here is a short overview of how the GF6 grades versus the GH1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera, you'll have to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF6 offers physical measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Panasonic GH1 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") having a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

See the Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic GH1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. Below is a front view overall size comparison of the GF6 versus the GH1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and GH1 is 87 and 81 respectively.

Normally, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor sizes purely by seeing specs. The pic below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the GF6 and GH1.

All in all, the 2 cameras feature the identical sensor size but different MP. You should expect to see the Panasonic GF6 to produce extra detail utilizing its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop pics way more aggressively. The newer GF6 provides an edge when it comes to sensor tech.