Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic ZS10

Here, we are comparing the Panasonic GF6 versus Panasonic ZS10, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the ZS10 (14MP) is very close but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and ZS10 (1/2.3") boast different sensor sizes.

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The GF6 was unveiled 2 years later than the ZS10 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS10 being a Compact camera.

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief summation of how the GF6 matches up against the ZS10 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS10. The full galleries are available at Panasonic GF6 Gallery & Panasonic ZS10 Gallery.

For anyone who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you will need to factor its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF6 features physical measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS10 has measurements of 105mm x 58mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.3") and a weight of 219 grams (0.48 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view scale comparison of the GF6 vs the ZS10.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and ZS10 is 87 and 91 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to imagine the difference in sensor sizing purely by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph here may give you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the GF6 and ZS10.

Clearly, the two cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GF6 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Panasonic GF6 will render greater detail having an extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images way more aggressively. The newer GF6 should have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.