Panasonic Lumix G6 Review

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G6 Overview
Design
Operation
Optics
Exposure
Performance
Specs
Samples
Gallery
Video

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Model Name:	Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6
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General
Model Number:	G6
Camera Format:	Compact System Camera
Currently Manufactured:	Yes
Retail Price:	$749.99
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Date Available:	2013-06-15
Tripod Mount:	Yes
Weight:	17.1 oz (485 g) includes batteries, kit lens
Weight With Batteries?	Yes
Weight Includes Kit Lens?	Yes
Size:	4.8 x 3.3 x 2.8 in. (123 x 85 x 71 mm)
Waterproof:	No
Image Sensor
Sensor Type:	Live MOS
Sensor Manufacturer:	Panasonic
Total Megapixels:	18.3
Effective Megapixels:	16.1
Sensor Format:	Four Thirds
Sensor Size (dia.):	0.85"
Focal Length Multiplier:	2.0
Color Filter Type:	RGBG
Self-Cleaning:	Yes
Sensor-shift Stabilized:	No
Image Capture
Image Resolution:	4608 x 3456 (15.9 MP, 4:3), 4608 x 3072 (14.2 MP, 3:2), 4608 x 2592 (11.9 MP, 16:9), 3456 x 3456 (11.9 MP, 1:1), 3264 x 2448 (8.0 MP, 4:3), 3264 x 2176 (7.1 MP, 3:2), 3264 x 1840 (6.0 MP, 16:9), 2448 x 2448 (6.0 MP, 1:1), 2336 x 1720 (4.0 MP, Other), 2336 x 1560 (3.6 MP, Other), 1920 x 1080 (2.1 MP, 16:9), 1744 x 1744 (3.0 MP, 1:1), 1824 x 1368 (2.5 MP, 4:3), 1824 x 1216 (2.2 MP, 3:2), 1824 x 1024 (1.9 MP, Other), 1712 x 1712 (2.9 MP, 1:1)
Image File Format:	JPEG (EXIF 2.3), MPO, RAW, RAW + JPEG
Video Capture
Movie Mode:	Yes
Movie Resolution:	1920x1080, 1280x720, 640x480
Movie Frame Rate:	60p/60i/30p/24p, 60p/30p, 30p
Movie Audio:	Yes
Movie File Format:	AVCHD (Audio format: Dolby Digital 2ch) / MP4 (Audio format AAC 2ch)
Optics
Lens Mount:	Micro Four Thirds mount
Kit Lens:	LUMIX G X VARIO PZ 14-42mm f/3.5-5.6 ASPH. / POWER O.I.S.
Focal Length (35mm equivalent):	28 - 84 mm
Zoom Ratio:	3.00x
Aperture Range:	f/3.5 - f/22 (wide) / f.5.6 -f/ 22 (tele)
Normal Focus Range:	20 cm to Infinity 7.9 in to Infinity
Macro Focus Range:
Optical Image Stablization:	Yes
Digital Zoom:	Yes
Digital Zoom Values:	2x, 4x
Filter Thread:	37mm
Auto Focus
Auto Focus:	Yes
Auto Focus Type:	Contrast Detection: Face detection, AF Tracking, 23-area-focusing, 1-area-focusing, Pinpoint; Quick AF, Continuous AF, AF+MF, Eye Sensor AF, Touch AF/AE Function, Touch Pad AF, Touch shutter, Touch MF Assist
Face Detection:	Yes
Auto Focus Assist Light?	Yes
Manual Focus:	Yes
Viewfinder
Viewfinder:	EVF
Viewfinder Type:	EVF; 1,440K-dot eq. OLED, 1.4x / 0.7x (35mm eq.) magnification, 17.5mm eyepoint, -4 to +4 diopter, eye sensor
Display
LCD Viewfinder:	Yes
LCD Size (inches):	3.0
LCD Resolution:	1,036,800 dots (345,600 px)
Touchscreen:	Yes
Articulating LCD:	Yes
Max Playback Zoom:	16.0x
Exposure
ISO Settings:	Auto, Intelligent ISO, 160, 200, 400, 800, 1600, 3200, 6400, 12800, 25600 (Extended); in 1/3 EV steps
Auto ISO Mode:	Yes
White Balance Settings:	Auto, Daylight, Cloudy, Shade, Incandescent, Flash, White Set 1/2, Color Temperature Setting (2,500-10,000K in 100K steps)
Shutter Speed Range:	60 - 1/4000
Bulb Mode:	Yes
Exposure Compensation:	+/- 5.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Metering Modes:	1728-zone Intelligent Multiple, Center-weighted, Spot
Program AE:	Yes
Aperture Priority:	Yes
Shutter Priority:	Yes
Full Manual Exposure:	Yes
Creative Exposure Modes:	Scene: Clear Portrait, Silky Skin, Backlit Softness, Clear in Backlight, Relaxing Tone, Sweet Child's Face, Distinct Scenery, Bright Blue Sky, Romantic Sunset Glow, Vivid Sunset Glow, Glistening Water, Clear Nightscape, Cool Night Sky, Warm Glowing Nightscape, Artistic Nightscape, Glittering Illuminations, Clear Night Portrait, Soft Image of a Flower, Appetizing Food, Cute Dessert, Freeze Animal Motion, Clear Sports Shot, Monochrome; Creative Effect: Expressive, Retro, Old days, High Key, Low Key, Sepia, Dynamic Monochrome, Impressive Art, High Dynamic, Cross Process, Toy Effect, Toy Pop, Bleach Bypass, Miniature Effect, Soft Focus, Fantasy, Star Filter, One Point Color, Sun Shine
Self Timer:	2, 10, 3 shots in 10 seconds
Time Lapse:
Flash
Built-in Flash:	Yes
Flash Modes:	Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off; 1st. Curtain Sync, 2nd Curtain Sync.
Flash Guide Number (ISO 100):	8.3 m / 27.2 ft.
Flash Range Description:	Lens dependent; GN=10.5 (ISO 160, m)
Max Flash Sync:	1/160
Flash Exp Compensation:	+/- 2.0EV in 0.3EV steps
Ext Flash Connection:	Hot Shoe
Image Storage
Usable Memory Types:	SD / SDHC / SDXC
Memory Included (MB):
File System:
DCF Compliant:	Yes
Connectivity
Composite Video Out:	Yes
NTSC/PAL Switchable:	No
Video Usable as Viewfinder:	No
HD Video Out:	Yes
HD Video Connection:	HDMI
Built-In Wi-fi:	Yes
Computer/Printer:	USB 2.0 High Speed, WiFi
PictBridge Compliant:	Yes
DPOF Compliant:	Yes
Remote Control:	Yes
Remote Control Type:	Optional Wired
Other Connection:	Mini HDMI (Type-C), 3.5mm External Mic Jack, 2.5mm Remote Jack
Power
Battery Form Factor:	Proprietary
Usable Battery Types:	7.2v 1200 mAh Lithium-ion rechargeable
Batteries Included:	1 x Proprietary Lithium-ion rechargeable
Battery Charger Included:	Yes
CIPA Rating:	340
Software
Included Software:	PHOTOfunSTUDIO 9.2 AE, SILKYPIX Developer Studio 3.1 SE, Super LoiloScope (trial), USB Driver
OS Compatibility:
Miscellaneous
Notes & Features:	New Venus Engine, 7fps full-resolution burst mode, up to ISO 25600 (extended), Built-in Wi-FI (IEEE 802.11b/g/n, 2412MHz - 2462MHz (11ch), Wi-Fi / WPA / WPA2, Infrastructure mode), NFC (ISO／IEC 18092（NFCIP-1, NFC-F). Available in black, white or silver.