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Panasonic G6

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From 3 reports.
First cited
July 2019
By NigelBarros. Last reported .
Reviewers
Praised for battery life and image quality
Pushback on autofocus. From 3 reviews. What they said

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Creators cited with this

  • NigelBarrosYouTube, 163K followers
    “…and then I discovered the G6 I used that for a while”
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    • “…so if you've been watching my channel for a while you'll know that I really liked the predecessor to this camera which was the Panasonic G6”
      Watch the video at 1:04
    • “I actually did a little video you can click on right up there where I show my rig that I use to film skateboarding with my pants on G6 so you can definitely go check that out for some inspiration on a skateboard filming camera”
      Watch the video at 7:05

What reviewers say

Based on 3 reviews, newest June 2013

What press reviews of the Panasonic G6 judged, by what buyers compare. Open any line for the quotes behind it.

Where it shines

  • Battery life
  • Image quality
  • Video
  • Build & handling
  • Value

Where reviewers push back

  • Autofocus
  • Stabilisation
  • Image qualityMostly positive: Leans positive.Excellent, detailed images, though little better than its predecessor3 reviews›

    Praise (3)

    • “The Panasonic Lumix G6 produced images of excellent quality during the review period”

      PressPhotography Blog · May 2013Read the review

    • “the results from the G6 don't disappoint, being both crisply detailed and colourfully realised”

      PressT3, Gavin Stoker · May 2013Read the review

    • “great image quality that’s essentially as good as any of Canon’s 18 Megapixel APS-C models”

      PressCameralabs · June 2013Read the review

    Complaints (2)

    • “The images were a little soft straight out of the camera at the default sharpening level”

      PressPhotography Blog · May 2013Read the review

    • “But what the Lumix G6 won’t do is deliver significantly better image quality than its predecessor”

      PressCameralabs · June 2013Read the review

  • VideoMostly positive: Leans positive.Much better video options, though shutter speed is restricted3 reviews›

    Praise (2)

    • “it's a damn sight easier to shoot video with this device”

      PressT3, Gavin Stoker · May 2013Read the review

    • “much better movie options including manual exposures, adjustable audio levels, an external microphone input and focus peaking”

      PressCameralabs · June 2013Read the review

    Complaints (1)

    • “you can't set the shutter speed to below 1/30th second, instantly ruling out more creative slow shutter-speed effects”

      PressPhotography Blog · May 2013Read the review

  • AutofocusSplit: Reviewers are split.Mixed: very fast, but single-shot and occasionally drifts soft3 reviews›

    Praise (2)

    • “the G6's auto-focus system is as fast, if not faster, than a typical DSLR camera's”

      PressPhotography Blog · May 2013Read the review

    • “It’s very responsive, focusing supremely quickly and confidently, even in very low light when other cameras would give up.”

      PressCameralabs · June 2013Read the review

    Complaints (2)

    • “be prepared for the shot occasionally going soft while the camera re-determines the focus point”

      PressT3, Gavin Stoker · May 2013Read the review

    • “we’re still talking about single AF processes, not continuous ones”

      PressCameralabs · June 2013Read the review

  • StabilisationSplit: Reviewers are split.Mixed: lens stabilisation helps slower shutters, but no in-body stabilisation2 reviews›

    Praise (1)

    • “you can use slower shutter speeds than normal and still take sharp photos”

      PressPhotography Blog · May 2013Read the review

    Complaints (1)

    • “it wouldn’t be a Panasonic Micro Four Thirds camera review without complaining it doesn’t have built-in stabilization”

      PressCameralabs · June 2013Read the review

  • Battery lifeRated highly: Reviewers rate it highly.Roughly 330 to 340 shots, strong for class2 reviews›

    Praise (2)

    • “The G6 manages around 340 shots using the supplied 7.2V 1200mAh rechargeable Li-ion battery before needing to be recharged”

      PressPhotography Blog · May 2013Read the review

    • “the battery is good for 330 shots from a full charge, which is one of the better performances in its class”

      PressT3, Gavin Stoker · May 2013Read the review

  • Build & handlingMostly positive: Leans positive.Well built and quick to handle, with a superb viewfinder3 reviews›

    Praise (3)

    • “It's still extremely well-built with a high quality aluminium chassis, metal lens mount and metal tripod socket”

      PressPhotography Blog · May 2013Read the review

    • “the electronic viewfinder automatically activates as the user brings their eye level with it”

      PressT3, Gavin Stoker · May 2013Read the review

    • “The camera handles quickly and is a joy to use with its superb OLED viewfinder and wealth of controls”

      PressCameralabs · June 2013Read the review

    Complaints (1)

    • “the 14-42mm kit lens lens that we tested the G6 lacks a physical OIS switch”

      PressPhotography Blog · May 2013Read the review

  • ValueMostly positive: Leans positive.Fairly affordable and good for the price; one disagrees3 reviews›

    Praise (3)

    • “that belies its relatively affordable price point”

      PressPhotography Blog · May 2013Read the review

    • “the G6 is still more affordable than the Panasonic GH3 from the same manufacturer”

      PressT3, Gavin Stoker · May 2013Read the review

    • “Indeed I’d say it’s one of the best cameras at this price point”

      PressCameralabs · June 2013Read the review

    Complaints (1)

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