Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic LX100

Lets take a more detailed look at the Panasonic GF6 and Panasonic LX100, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Large Sensor Compact and both are built by Panasonic. There is a crucial difference among the image resolutions of the GF6 (16MP) and LX100 (13MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizes (Four Thirds).

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The GF6 was brought out 17 months before the LX100 which makes them a generation away from each other. Both of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LX100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the GF6 scores against the LX100 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LX100. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Panasonic LX100 Gallery.

For anyone who is planning to travel with your camera frequently, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GF6 enjoys physical dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Panasonic LX100 has specifications of 115mm x 66mm x 55mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 2.2") accompanied by a weight of 393 grams (0.87 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF6 and Panasonic LX100 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use at that time. Below is a front view dimensions comparison of the GF6 and the LX100.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and LX100 is 87 and 83 respectively.

Generally, its tough to picture the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing specs. The image underneath might offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF6 and LX100.

As you can plainly see, both of the cameras provide the same sensor dimensions albeit different megapixels. You should expect the Panasonic GF6 to render greater detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more aged GF6 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.