Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 review – Our verdict
Image: The panorama mode can be a bit hit and miss. Here, it has worked well and recorded to its maximum angle
For its target audience – those stepping up from a compact camera, first-time buyers of an interchangeable-lens camera, or even those that want a backup to a DSLR – the GF6 is an excellent option. It is lightweight, compact and handles well, with a good range of lenses.
The camera may not offer a viewfinder, which is understandable for a model of its size and price, but its tiltable screen can be viewed clearly in most conditions. The ability to control the camera through the buttons or touchscreen works well, with the touch metering and AF particularly pleasing. Likewise, controlling the camera wirelessly through a smartphone is at times genuinely useful, as is the ability to share images while on the go.
When it comes to image quality, the GF6 is a capable camera, especially considering the excellent lenses that are available in the Lumix G system. All in all, the GF6 is quick to get to grips with, handles intuitively and speedily, has an impressive feature set, and can record good-quality images.
Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6 – Key features
Display
The sort of information that can be displayed on the LCD screen includes live histogram, guide lines, record area, and exposure settings.
Underside of the camera
The tripod bush is central to the lens mount, while the battery and SD memory card slot are accessed through the same door under the handgrip.
Movie record
On the top-plate next to the shutter release is a button that switches directly to movie recording.
Connectivity
On the right-hand side of the camera, HDMI and AV/out ports can be found underneath a firm plastic door.
NFC
The NFC chip is placed on the left-hand side of the camera, which is where NFC devices need to be held to make an NFC connection.
Other Fn controls
Through the touchscreen menu there are two further function buttons, both of which are customisable.
Quick menu/Fn1 button
Most key exposure controls – 13 in all – can be accessed via this quick menu, so expect to use this button a lot day-to-day.
Fn2 button
By default, this button is set to access the Wi-Fi menu. A four-digit password can be activated to prevent unauthorised access to the Wi-Fi menu.
