Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic ZS20

Let's look a little more closely at the Panasonic GF6 versus Panasonic ZS20, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are manufactured by Panasonic. The image resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the ZS20 (14MP) is very similar but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and ZS20 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor measurements.

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The GF6 was brought out 12 months later than the ZS20 so they are both of a similar generation. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the GF6 scores against the ZS20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS20. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Panasonic ZS20 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to think about its weight and size. The Panasonic GF6 comes with external 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) while the Panasonic ZS20 has specifications of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") along with a weight of 206 grams (0.45 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic GF6 versus Panasonic ZS20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select at that moment. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the GF6 against the ZS20.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF6 and ZS20 is 87 and 92 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the GF6 and ZS20.

To sum up, both of those cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The GF6 because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Panasonic GF6 will offer you greater detail having its extra 2 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The newer GF6 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.