Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic ZS35

Following is a comprehensive review of the Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic ZS35, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are built by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the ZS35 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and ZS35 (1/2.3") posses different sensor size.

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The GF6 was unveiled 9 months prior to the ZS35 so they are of a similar generation. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS35 being a Compact camera.

Before diving into a more detailed comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the GF6 scores versus the ZS35 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

This is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS35. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Panasonic ZS35 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you have to take into account its weight and proportions. The Panasonic GF6 enjoys exterior dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") and a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Panasonic ZS35 has measurements of 107mm x 62mm x 32mm (4.2" x 2.4" x 1.3") with a weight of 305 grams (0.67 lbs).

Check out the Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic ZS35 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Below is a front view physical size comparison of the GF6 vs the ZS35.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the GF6 and ZS35 is 87 and 89 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualize the gap in sensor sizes purely by seeing technical specs. The picture here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the GF6 and ZS35.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras have the same MP albeit different sensor sizes. The GF6 uses the bigger sensor which should make achieving bokeh easier. The more aged GF6 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.