Nikon D6 vs Panasonic F5
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Nikon D6 vs Panasonic F5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Raise to 3280000)
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1270g - 160 x 163 x 92mm
- Launched February 2020
- Replaced the Nikon D5
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F3.2-6.5) lens
- 121g - 97 x 58 x 22mm
- Launched January 2013

Nikon D6 vs Panasonic F5 Overview
Lets take a more detailed look at the Nikon D6 versus Panasonic F5, former is a Pro DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the sensor resolutions of the D6 (21MP) and F5 (14MP) and the D6 (Full frame) and F5 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor size.

The D6 was revealed 7 years after the F5 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D6 being a Large SLR camera and the Panasonic F5 being a Compact camera.
Before delving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a quick summary of how the D6 scores versus the F5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon D6 vs Panasonic F5 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon D6 Gallery & Panasonic F5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D6 over the Panasonic F5
D6 | F5 | |||
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Launched | February 2020 | ![]() | January 2013 | More modern by 87 months |
Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") |
Display resolution | 2359k | ![]() | 230k | Clearer display (+2129k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic F5 over the Nikon D6
F5 | D6 |
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Common features in the Nikon D6 and Panasonic F5
D6 | F5 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon D6 vs Panasonic F5 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera, you'll need to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon D6 has physical dimensions of 160mm x 163mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") accompanied by a weight of 1270 grams (2.80 lbs) while the Panasonic F5 has sizing of 97mm x 58mm x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") along with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Nikon D6 versus Panasonic F5 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is the front view measurements comparison of the D6 versus the F5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the D6 and F5 is 50 and 96 respectively.

Nikon D6 vs Panasonic F5 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes purely by researching specs. The pic below may provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the D6 and F5.
All in all, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The D6 having a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon D6 will result in more detail because of its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop images far more aggressively. The more recent D6 is going to have a benefit in sensor technology.

Nikon D6 vs Panasonic F5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D6 vs Panasonic F5 Specifications
Nikon D6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon D6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-F5 |
Class | Pro DSLR | Small Sensor Compact |
Launched | 2020-02-11 | 2013-01-07 |
Body design | Large SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Peak resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4320 x 3240 |
Highest native ISO | 102400 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 3280000 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 105 | - |
Cross focus points | 105 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.2-6.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 309 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Resolution of display | 2,359 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 900s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.70 m |
Flash settings | Normal, redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Built-in | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 1270g (2.80 lb) | 121g (0.27 lb) |
Dimensions | 160 x 163 x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") | 97 x 58 x 22mm (3.8" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 3580 images | 250 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual XQD/CFexpress slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Retail cost | $6,496 | $100 |