Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic L10

Below is a complete overview of the Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic L10, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR and they are both created by Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the GF6 (16MP) and L10 (10MP) but both cameras posses the same sensor dimensions (Four Thirds).

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The GF6 was released 5 years later than the L10 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic L10 being a Mid-size SLR camera.

Before diving right into a complete comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the GF6 grades versus the L10 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-L10. The complete galleries are provided at Panasonic GF6 Gallery & Panasonic L10 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to lug around your camera regularly, you are going to need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF6 offers exterior measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Panasonic L10 has sizing of 135mm x 96mm x 78mm (5.3" x 3.8" x 3.1") along with a weight of 556 grams (1.23 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic L10 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you are working with at that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the GF6 and the L10.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and L10 is 87 and 66 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements simply by going over a spec sheet. The photograph underneath might offer you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GF6 and L10.

Clearly, the two cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different MP. You can count on the Panasonic GF6 to deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 6MP. Higher resolution can also help you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern GF6 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.