Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 vs Samsung GX-10

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      Overview

      In this comparison, we will evaluate the Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and the Samsung GX-10, highlighting the advantages of each over the other, discussing their pros and cons, shared strengths and weaknesses, and providing a rating based on their available features and specifications to assist you in choosing the one that best suits your needs.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 was introduced in April 2013 and Samsung GX-10 was introduced in September 2006. Let us first list highlights of the models.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 Highlights

      • 16.05 MP Micro Four Thirds CMOS Sensor
      • 160 - 12,800 Native ISO
      • 23 Focus Points (23 Cross-type)
      • 3.0" 1,036k dot Fully Articulated Screen
      • 1,440k dot Electronic Viewfinder
      • 7.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • 1920 x 1080 Video Shooting
      • 30 min Video Recording Limit
      • Built-in Flash
      • Built-In Wi-Fi

      Samsung GX-10 Highlights

      • 10.75 MP APS-C CCD Sensor
      • 100 - 1,600 Native ISO
      • 11 Focus Points
      • Image Stabilization
      • 2.5" 210k dot Fixed Screen
      • Optical (pentaprism) Viewfinder
      • 3.0 fps Continuous Shooting
      • Built-in Flash
      • Wheather Sealed Body

      Now that we've looked at the most essential specifications and gained a basic understanding of these cameras, we can delve into more details and see the differences between them.

      Pros and Cons

      In this section we present pros and cons of Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Samsung GX-10.

      PROS

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      •   Cheap
      •   Video Capture
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   HDMI Output
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   Light - 390 g (0.86 lb / 13.76 oz)
      •   Orientation Sensor
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Built-in Flash
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      CONS

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      •   Small Sensor
      •   160 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Viewfinder - 1,440k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 340 shots
      •   No Video Capture
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 10.75 Megapixel
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth


      And here are some specifications which fall into average criteria and are neither in PROs nor in CONs category:

      AVERAGE

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.05 Megapixel
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/160 sec
      •   DxO Overall Score - 61
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Weight - 793 g (1.75 lb / 27.97 oz)

      Advantage of Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 over Samsung GX-10.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 vs Samsung GX-10
      Video Capture vs
      Higher Sensor Resolution 16.05 Megapixel vs 10.75 Megapixel
      Higher Native ISO 12,800 vs 1,600
      Max Image Resolution 4608 x 3456 vs 3872 x 2592
      More Focus Points 23 vs 11
      Touch-to-Focus vs
      Tracking Autofocus vs
      Face Detection vs
      Live View Autofocus vs
      Contrast Detection for Autofocus vs
      Screen Type Fully Articulated vs Fixed
      Touch Screen vs
      Larger Screen 3.0" vs 2.5"
      Higher Resolution Screen 1,036k dot vs 210k dot
      Live View vs
      Higher Viewfinder Coverage 100% vs 95%
      Higher Viewfinder Magnification (35mm equivalent) 0.70x vs 0.63x
      Lower Min Shutter Speed 60 sec vs 30 sec
      Higher Max Continuous Shooting 7.0 fps vs 3.0 fps
      Multi-Segment Metering vs
      Center Weighted Metering vs
      Spot Metering vs
      HDMI Output Mini Type C vs
      Microphone Input vs
      Built-In Wi-Fi vs
      Lighter 390 g (0.86 lb / 13.76 oz) vs 793 g (1.75 lb / 27.97 oz)

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      Advantage of Samsung GX-10

      This section shows those features and specifications which are the reason to choose Samsung GX-10 over Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6.

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 vs Samsung GX-10
      Larger Sensor Micro Four Thirds vs APS-C
      Lower Native ISO 160 vs 100
      Phase Detection for Autofocus vs
      Image Stabilization vs Sensor Shift
      Top LCD Screen vs
      Higher Flash Sync Speed 1/160 sec vs 1/180 sec
      Environmental Sealing vs

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      Common Strengths and Weaknesses

      We already listed pros and cons of each model. However, you may also find useful to look at their common strengths and weaknesses shown side-by-side.

      STRENGTHS Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 Samsung GX-10
        Built-in Flash
        Orientation Sensor
      WEAKNESSES Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 Samsung GX-10
        Timelapse Recording
        No Headphone Output
        No Built-in GPS
        No Built-In Bluetooth

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Screen

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 has a 3.0" Fully Articulated screen with 1,036k dot resolution and Samsung GX-10 has a 2.5" Fixed screen with 210k dot resolution. Fully articulated screen makes Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 selfie and vlogger friendly and generally very useful for video shooting. Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 also features touchscreen which has advantages such as easy menu navigation, intuitive controls, quick setting adjustment and most importantly a Touch-to-Focus functionality allowing users to select a specific point on the screen where they want the camera to focus. This feature can be helpful for achieving precise focus in both photo and video recording.

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      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 with Fully Articulated screen


      Viewfinder

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 has a built-in Electronic viewfinder with 1,440k dot resolution and Samsung GX-10 has a built-in Optical (pentaprism) viewfinder. Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 has 100% coverage with 1.40x (0.70x 35mm equivalent) magnification and Samsung GX-10 has 95% coverage with 0.95x (0.63x 35mm equivalent) magnification.

      Sensor

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 features a 16.05 megapixel Micro Four Thirds CMOS sensor with dimensions of 17.3 x 13 mm and a total area of 224.9 mm2. Its native ISO range is 160 - 12,800 and expands to 160 - 25,600 in boosted mode. Samsung GX-10 features a 10.75 megapixel APS-C CCD sensor with dimensions of 23.5 x 15.7 mm and a total area of 246.5 mm2. Its native ISO range is 100 - 1,600.


      Here is a sensor size comparison chart where you can see how different sensors compare with each other:

      Sensor size chart
      Sensor Dimensions Area Aspect Ratio Crop Factor
      Image cannot be displayedMedium Format44 x 33 mm1452 mm24:30.79x
      Image cannot be displayedFull Frame36 x 24 mm864 mm23:21x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-H27 x 18 mm486 mm23:21.3x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C23.6 x 15.6 mm368.2 mm23:21.5x
      Image cannot be displayedAPS-C (Canon)22.3 x 14.9 mm332.3 mm23:21.6x
      Image cannot be displayedMicro Four Thirds17.4 x 13 mm226.2 mm24:32x
      Image cannot be displayed1-inch13.2 x 8.8 mm116.2 mm23:22.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/1.7-inch7.44 x 5.58 mm41.5 mm24:34.7x
      Image cannot be displayed1/2.3-inch6.17 x 4.55 mm28.1 mm24:35.6x

      Photography Features

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 can take pictures up to 4608 x 3456 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 4608x3456, 3264x2448, 2336x1752, 4608x3072, 3264x2176, 2336x1560, 4608x2592, 3264x1840, 1920x1080, 3456x3456, 2448x2448, 1744x1744, 1712x1712 with 1:1, 4:3, 3:2, 16:9 aspect ratios. Samsung GX-10 can take pictures up to 3872 x 2592 resolution. It can also take pictures with lower resolution like 3008 x 2000, 1824 x 1216 with 3:2 aspect ratios.


      Lens Mount

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 has Micro Four Thirds lens mount and Samsung GX-10 has Pentax KAF2 lens mount. Due to Micro Four Thirds sensor in Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 its crop factor is equal to 2x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 2. Due to APS-C sensor in Samsung GX-10 its crop factor is equal to 1.5x, this means that a 35mm equivalent focal length of the mounted lens will be equal to its actual focal length times 1.5.


      In-Body Image Stabilization on Samsung GX-10

      Samsung GX-10 has a built-in Sensor Shift in-body image stabilization (IBIS). This means that you are still getting vibration reduction when camera is paired with non-image stabilizied lenses. It also works with lenses with optical image stabilization and in combination can achieve even better compensation.

      Connectivity, Battery and Storage

      Built-in Wi-Fi on Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 has a built-in Wi-Fi which allows to easily transfer photos and videos from the camera to other Wi-Fi-enabled devices, such as smartphones, tablets, printers, or computers. This eliminates the need for cables and allows for quick and convenient media sharing and social media integration. It gives you the ability to control your camera remotely using a smartphone or tablet. This is particularly useful for taking self-portraits, group shots, or capturing images in challenging conditions without having to touch the camera. Firmware updates can also be downloaded and installed wirelessly.
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      NFC on Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 has Near Field Communication (NFC) technology which simplifies the process of pairing it with other NFC-enabled devices like smartphones or tablets. It allows to quickly transfer photos and videos or remotely control the camera from compatible device. NFC can also be used for authentication and security purposes. It can verify your identity before accessing certain features or transferring sensitive data. It can be used with NFC-enabled accessories as well, such as lenses, flashes and GPS devices.


      USB Inputs and HDMI Outputs

      Both models have USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) inputs for data transfer. connector for video signal output.


      External Storage Slots

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 has a single SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-I) card slot. Samsung GX-10 has a single SD/SDHC/MMC card slot.

      Other Features

      Shutter

      Samsung GX-10 has Electronically controlled vertical-run focal plane shutter. Shutter speed can go up to 1/4000 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6, and up to 1/4000 sec on Samsung GX-10. Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 can shoot continuously up to 7.0 fps. Samsung GX-10 can shoot continuously up to 3.0 fps.


      Flash

      Cameras have built-in flash with maximum range of 10.50 m on Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. They also accept external flash which can be connected via Hot Shoe. The fastest flash synchronization speed is 1/160 sec on Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and 1/180 sec on Samsung GX-10.

      Physical Parameters

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 body has dimensions of 122 x 85 x 71 mm (4.8 x 3.35 x 2.8") and Samsung GX-10 body has dimensions of 142 x 101 x 70 mm (5.59 x 3.98 x 2.76"). Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 weighs 390 g (0.86 lb / 13.76 oz) and Samsung GX-10 weighs 793 g (1.75 lb / 27.97 oz).

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      122 mm

      85 mm

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      142 mm

      101 mm

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      101 mm

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      71 mm

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      Size comparisons of Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Samsung GX-10

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Samsung GX-10 for Different Types of Photography

      We give scores to the cameras for six types of photography based on their features and specifications. Let us see how suitable they are for each type of photography.

      Landscape Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      GOOD
      71
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      GOOD
      73
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing

      Sports Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      GOOD
      72
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   Low Resolution Viewfinder - 1,440k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
      •   Short Battery Life - 340 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      61
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Wildlife Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      AVERAGE
      65
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   Low Resolution Viewfinder - 1,440k dot
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Short Battery Life - 340 shots
      •   Orientation Sensor
      AVERAGE
      64
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Portrait Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      GOOD
      81
      •   Small Sensor
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/160 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor
      GOOD
      72
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec
      •   Orientation Sensor

      Street Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Small Sensor
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 390 g (0.86 lb / 13.76 oz)
      GOOD
      80
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Live View
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 793 g (1.75 lb / 27.97 oz)

      Travel Photography

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      GOOD
      83
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 390 g (0.86 lb / 13.76 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 340 shots
      GOOD
      82
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 793 g (1.75 lb / 27.97 oz)

      Evaluations

      We evaluate Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 and Samsung GX-10 and give them scores of 66 and 60 out of 100 recpectively. We also give separate scores for 7 different categories according to the available features and specifications some of which are listed below. These evaluations are relative and may change each time a new camera is added to the database.


      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      OVERALL
      66
      OVERALL
      60

      Sensor

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      AVERAGE
      64
      •   Small Sensor
      •   Sensor Resolution - 16.05 Megapixel
      •   160 Lowest Native ISO
      •   12,800 Highest Native ISO
      •   DxO Overall Score - 61
      AVERAGE
      62
      •   Low Resolution Sensor - 10.75 Megapixel
      •   100 Lowest Native ISO
      •   1,600 Highest Native ISO

      Photo

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      AVERAGE
      55
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Max Continuous Shooting - 7.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/160 sec
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   Timelapse Recording
      •   Image Stabilization
      •   Max Shutter Speed (Mechanical or 1st Curtain) - 1/4000 sec
      •   Low Max Continuous Shooting - 3.0 fps
      •   Max Flash Sync Speed - 1/180 sec

      Video

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      BAD
      16
      •   No Image Stabilization
      •   Low Video Resolution - 1920 x 1080
      •   Low Video Recording Limit
      BAD
      0
      •   Image Stabilization

      Focusing

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      GOOD
      75
      •   23 Focus Points
      •   0 Cross-type Focus Points
      •   Touch-to-Focus
      •   Face Detection
      •   Live View Autofocus
      AVERAGE
      69
      •   11 Focus Points
      •   No Face Detection

      Screen and Viewfinder

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      EXCELLENT
      85
      •   Fully Articulated Screen
      •   Touch Screen
      •   Screen Size - 3.0"
      •   Screen Resolution - 1,036k dot
      •   Low Resolution Viewfinder - 1,440k dot
      AVERAGE
      68
      •   Fixed Screen
      •   Screen Size - 2.5"
      •   Low Resolution Screen - 210k dot

      Connectivity

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      EXCELLENT
      88
      •   HDMI Output
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth
      POOR
      52
      •   No HDMI Output
      •   No Microphone Input
      •   No Headphone Output
      •   No Built-in GPS
      •   No Built-In Wi-Fi
      •   No Built-In Bluetooth

      Battery, Storage and Physical

      Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6

      Samsung GX-10

      POOR
      41
      •   No Environmental Sealing
      •   Light - 390 g (0.86 lb / 13.76 oz)
      •   Short Battery Life - 340 shots
      GOOD
      77
      •   Environmental Sealing
      •   Weight - 793 g (1.75 lb / 27.97 oz)


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