Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic ZS40

In this write-up, we are matching up the Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic ZS40, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom and both are designed by Panasonic. The sensor resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the ZS40 (18MP) is very well matched but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and ZS40 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.

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The GF6 was unveiled 9 months before the ZS40 so they are of a similar age. Both cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera.

Before we go through a full comparison, below is a short view of how the GF6 matches up vs the ZS40 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The full galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF6 Gallery & Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

If you're intending to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GF6 has got external measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS40 has specifications of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF6 vs Panasonic ZS40 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that time. The following is the front view sizing comparison of the GF6 versus the ZS40.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the GF6 and ZS40 is 87 and 90 respectively.

Sometimes, its hard to see the gap between sensor sizes purely by looking at technical specs. The pic underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the GF6 and ZS40.

As you have seen, the 2 cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The GF6 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Panasonic ZS40 will resolve more detail having an extra 2MP. Greater resolution will let you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more aged GF6 is going to be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.