Panasonic GF6 vs Pentax RZ18

Following is a extended comparison of the Panasonic GF6 and Pentax RZ18, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the RZ18 (16MP) is very comparable but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and RZ18 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.

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The GF6 was introduced 20 months after the RZ18 making them a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax RZ18 being a Compact camera.

Before going straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick summary of how the GF6 scores against the RZ18 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 & Pentax Optio RZ18. The whole galleries are available at Panasonic GF6 Gallery & Pentax RZ18 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry around your camera regularly, you are going to need to take into account its weight and volume. The Panasonic GF6 comes with physical 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) whilst the Pentax RZ18 has sizing of 97mm x 61mm x 33mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 178 grams (0.39 lbs).

Take a look at the Panasonic GF6 and Pentax RZ18 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the GF6 versus the RZ18.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the GF6 and RZ18 is 87 and 92 respectively.

Typically, it is difficult to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by seeing technical specs. The picture below should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the GF6 and RZ18.

As you can tell, the two cameras feature the identical megapixel count but not the same sensor sizes. The GF6 uses the larger sensor which will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult. The younger GF6 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.