Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic LZ30

The following is a in depth overview of the Panasonic GF6 and Panasonic LZ30, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the LZ30 (16MP) is pretty close but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and LZ30 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor sizing.

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The GF6 was unveiled 4 months after the LZ30 which means that they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ30 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before diving straight to a full comparison, here is a simple overview of how the GF6 scores versus the LZ30 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ30. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Panasonic LZ30 Gallery.

If you're intending to travel with your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Panasonic GF6 has got 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) and the Panasonic LZ30 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 92mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 3.6") having a weight of 552 grams (1.22 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF6 and Panasonic LZ30 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the GF6 against the LZ30.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the GF6 and LZ30 is 87 and 66 respectively.

Oftentimes, it is very tough to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions only by viewing technical specs. The image underneath should provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF6 and LZ30.

As you have seen, each of the cameras have the same resolution albeit not the same sensor dimensions. The GF6 includes the bigger sensor which will make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult.