Panasonic GF6 vs Pentax VS20

Let's look much closer at the Panasonic GF6 and Pentax VS20, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Panasonic and Pentax. The sensor resolution of the GF6 (16MP) and the VS20 (16MP) is relatively comparable but the GF6 (Four Thirds) and VS20 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

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The GF6 was manufactured 15 months later than the VS20 which makes the cameras a generation apart from each other. The two cameras come with different body type with the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Pentax VS20 being a Compact camera.

Before diving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a short introduction of how the GF6 grades vs the VS20 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 and Pentax Optio VS20. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic GF6 Gallery and Pentax VS20 Gallery.

For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera often, you're going to have to factor its weight and size. The Panasonic GF6 has got physical dimensions of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") with a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs) while the Pentax VS20 has specifications of 111mm x 61mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.4" x 1.5") with a weight of 235 grams (0.52 lbs).

Contrast the Panasonic GF6 and Pentax VS20 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you use at that time. Here is the front view dimension comparison of the GF6 against the VS20.

Using size and weight, the portability rating of the GF6 and VS20 is 87 and 90 respectively.

Usually, its tough to envision the difference in sensor sizing only by checking out technical specs. The photograph here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the GF6 and VS20.

As you have seen, both of these cameras have got the exact same MP albeit not the same sensor sizing. The GF6 includes the bigger sensor which is going to make getting shallower depth of field less difficult. The younger GF6 will have an edge when it comes to sensor technology.