Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic LS5

Its time to look closer at the Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic LS5, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact and both are created by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the LS5 (14MP) is relatively comparable but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and LS5 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor sizes.

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The GF6 was brought out 21 months after the LS5 which makes them a generation away from one another. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LS5 being a Compact camera.

Before going into a more detailed comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the GF6 grades vs the LS5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-LS5. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF6 Gallery & Panasonic LS5 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera, you have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF6 has exterior measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") along with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) and the Panasonic LS5 has proportions of 97mm x 62mm x 27mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.1") along with a weight of 126 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that time. The following is a front view overall size comparison of the GF6 compared to the LS5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF6 and LS5 is 87 and 94 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the contrast in sensor dimensions just by going through technical specs. The picture below might offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the GF6 and LS5.

As you have seen, both cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The GF6 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Panasonic GF6 will produce more detail having its extra 2MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern GF6 will have a benefit in sensor technology.