Panasonic GF6 vs Pentax RS1500

In this write-up, we are reviewing the Panasonic GF6 and Pentax RS1500, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the RS1500 (14MP) is fairly well matched but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and RS1500 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizes.

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The GF6 was manufactured 2 years after the RS1500 which is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax RS1500 being a Compact camera.

Before going in to a thorough comparison, below is a short overview of how the GF6 grades against the RS1500 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Pentax Optio RS1500. The entire galleries are viewable at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Pentax RS1500 Gallery.

For those who are going to travel with your camera, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF6 provides external dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") having a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) whilst the Pentax RS1500 has sizing of 114mm x 58mm x 28mm (4.5" x 2.3" x 1.1") having a weight of 157 grams (0.35 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF6 and Pentax RS1500 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the GF6 compared to the RS1500.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and RS1500 is 87 and 93 respectively.

Generally, it is very difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by checking a spec sheet. The pic here might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor dimensions in the GF6 and RS1500.

As you can see, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The GF6 because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF simpler and the Panasonic GF6 will give you greater detail due to its extra 2MP. Greater resolution will enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer GF6 provides an edge in sensor innovation.