Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic LZ40

In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Panasonic GF6 versus Panasonic LZ40, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and they are both created by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the LZ40 (20MP) is pretty similar but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and LZ40 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor dimensions.

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The GF6 was launched 9 months prior to the LZ40 which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ40 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving in to a detailed comparison, below is a quick overview of how the GF6 matches up vs the LZ40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery images for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ40. The complete galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Panasonic LZ40 Gallery.

If you are intending to lug around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and measurements. The Panasonic GF6 enjoys 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) whilst the Panasonic LZ40 has proportions of 126mm x 87mm x 94mm (5.0" x 3.4" x 3.7") and a weight of 524 grams (1.16 lbs).

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Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view measurement comparison of the GF6 versus the LZ40.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the GF6 and LZ40 is 87 and 67 respectively.

Often, it's tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by going over technical specs. The photograph below will help give you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the GF6 and LZ40.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The GF6 because of its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic LZ40 will offer you greater detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs far more aggressively. The older GF6 is going to be behind with regard to sensor technology.