Performance
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Photos
Sample
photos
No red-eye in portrait photos with flash,
color and detail are very good. Several scene modes are shown above - these are
the "Romantic sunset" and "Clear sunset". Each scene mode
is a tutorial on how to use modes, as well as suggestions for the best lens
options.
Lens test
images
Lens
test images
Detail is very good from the kit lens at
both ends of the lens, and regardless of the lens with the camera you choose,
they perform well. Macro results are a little bit disappointed, and the macro
with a different lens is recommended. Purple fringing and chromatic aberration
is low, with the camera editing in the camera. Exposure is reliable, camera
deal good in many situations, and the deep petal hoods provide good protection
against lens flare.
ISO
test images
ISO
test images
Scope of ISO standards has been extended
and now goes from ISO160 to ISO25600. The low image noises at ISO160, ISO200
and ISO400, with a slight increase in ISO800. There was a slight improvement in
the performance of noise while still retaining detail, up to ISO3200 when
compared to the G5. Detail drops at ISO6400 as noise increases. At ISO12800
noise is very noticeable, and this setting should be avoided, although better
results achieved here from G6, compare with G5. ISO25600 should avoid, and
excessive noise. Noise improved in G5, however does not entire match with
Olympus OM-D E-M5 at higher ISO settings.
White-balance
test images
White-balance
test images
Automatic white balance (AWB) works well
under yellow light, with a slightly warm result. Tungsten preset gives a
slightly more neutral image, and AWB performed very well under fluorescent
light. As similar to other Panasonic cameras, there is no fluorescent preset.
Panorama
mode
New panorama mode does a good job of
stitching images together automatically as you pan camera, although the
movement of objects, such as images of pedestrians, which can lead to ghosting.
You can also use the effects on the panoramic image.
Panorama
mode
Outdoor
images
Outdoor
images
Digital
filters
Digital
filters
There are a large number of digital filters
available, with some of them are customizable, such as a sun filter that
enables you to change the position and size of the sunshine effect in the
photo. The camera records both JPEG and RAW file so you can go back to the
original image if you do not like the effects.
Video
Video is upgraded from G5 model, with
optional compression AVCHD/MP4, 50/24p and full HD, as well as filters and
effects, full manual controls. The front of the camera is a micro socket, and
the camera has stereo microphone and stereo attached. You can use the 'Extra
Tele Conv' cropped from the center of the frame, give you a thumbnail image
of the full HD video without compromising image quality, an example can be
found on our Youtube channel. If you want to be able to use the optical zoom
while recording, then a power zoom len is recommended because it can be
difficult to zoom smoothly with a manual zoom len. In video mode it can change
the shutter speed / aperture with the dial on the back of the camera, where
your thumb rests.
Value
Panasonic Lumix G6 is on the market for $
943.5 with 14-42mm kit lens, value for money when consider the specifications
and features available, put it in the same price range as Sony NEX-6 and Nikon
1 V2. There is also the option of a double lens, available with 45-150mm zoom
lens for $1,198.5, and the G6 will be available with the new 14-140mm telephoto
zoom lens, for $1,423.5
Alternatives available with built-in EVF
include:
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Olympus OM-D E-M5 with EVF, $1,198.5 body only
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Sony NEX-6, with EVF built in, $949.5 with lens
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Samsung NX20, DSLR styling with EVF, $748.5 with
lens
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Nikon 1 V2, DSLR styling with EVF, $919.5 with
lens
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Fujifilm X-E1, with EVF built in, $943.5 body
only
You will also need to buy a memory card and
a case or bag to keep your camera safe and protected - just based on our
complete guide to buy camera bags.
Verdict
Panasonic Lumix G6 is a great camera, with
very few problems, although battery life could be better. The Wi-Fi feature is
excellent for remote control and send the image to your smartphone, but load up
to social networks should easier, if you do not have to go through the login
web page Lumix, this caused some problems. Value for money is quite adequate,
particularly introduction price competes very well with the same camera, we
expect prices will fall over time, making it better value for money.
Panasonic Lumix G6 provides excellent image
quality even when using with the kit lens in the box, and as a part of the
Micro Four Thirds system, have a large number of lenses available when you want
to upgrade, from both Panasonic and Olympus and many other manufacturers. The
lenses are often smaller than most other mirrorless camera lenses, making
camera and lens form a compact and portable system. With this newest Micro Four
Thirds camera from Panasonic, Lumix G6 gives you a reason for not using the
DSLR line.
Pros
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Wi-Fi built in, remote operation
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Great image quality
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Panoramic mode
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Lens hood provided with kit lens
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High resolution tilting touch screen
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Fast focus, shot to shot
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Access to a wide range of Micro Four Thirds
lenses
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Stop motion animation
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Digital filters
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Panoramic with filters
Cons
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Electronic / rolling shutter effect
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Battery life could be better social media sites,
rather than going via Lumix
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Would be nice if Wi-Fi supported direct uploads
Specifications
Image
Sensor
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CCD pixels: 16.05Mp (Megapixels)
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Pixels (W): 4608
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Pixels (H): 3456
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Sensor Type: Live MOS Sensor
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Sensor Size: Micro / Four Thirds
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Sensor Size (width): 17.3mm
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Sensor Size (height): 13mm
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Aspect Ratio: 3:2, 4:3, 16:9, 1:1
LCD Monitor
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LCD Monitor: 3in
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Screen resolution: 1036K dots
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Touch Screen: yes
Focusing
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Focusing mode: Autofocus, Manual, AF Tracking, Spot, Face
Detection, Multi, Centre, Touch AF
Exposure Control
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Shutter speeds shortest: 1/4000 sec
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Shutter speeds longest: 60 sec
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Exp mode: Program, Aperture-Priority, Shutter-Priority, Manual,
Scene modes, Program Variable
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Metering: Centre-weighted – Average, Multi Pattern, Centre Spot
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ISO sensitivity: 160 - 25600
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White balance: Auto, Manual, Outdoors / Daylight, Cloudy,
Incandescent, Shade, Flash
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Exposure Comp: +/-5
Shooting option
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Continuous shooting: 7fps
Viewfinder
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Viewfinder resolution: 1.44million dots
Video
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Movie mode: yes
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Video Resolution: 1,280 x 720 720p, 1,920 x 1,080, 640 x 480
VGA
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Video FPS: AVCHD (1,080p at 50 FPS) and MP4 (1,080p at 25 FPS)
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Stereo sound: yes
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Optical Zoom with video: yes
Other Features
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Image stabilisation: no
Interface
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HDMI: yes
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USB: USB 2
Storage
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Card type: SD, SDHC, SDXC
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File type: JPG, RAW, RAW + JPG
Power source
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Battery type: Lithium Ion
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CIPA rating: 340
Box contents
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Camera
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Lens
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Body cap
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Battery
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Battery charger
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USB cable
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Neck Strap
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Software CD-ROM
Dimensions
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Weight: 340g
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Width: 122.45mm
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Height: 84.6mm
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Depth: 71.4mm
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