Nikon D6 vs Panasonic L1
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Nikon D6 vs Panasonic L1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Boost to 3280000)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1270g - 160 x 163 x 92mm
- Released February 2020
- Superseded the Nikon D5
(Full Review)
- 7MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 1600
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 606g - 146 x 87 x 77mm
- Introduced April 2007

Nikon D6 vs Panasonic L1 Overview
The following is a detailed review of the Nikon D6 and Panasonic L1, former is a Pro DSLR while the other is a Advanced DSLR by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the D6 (21MP) and L1 (7MP) and the D6 (Full frame) and L1 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor dimensions.

The D6 was released 13 years after the L1 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon D6 being a Large SLR camera and the Panasonic L1 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick introduction of how the D6 matches up versus the L1 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon D6 vs Panasonic L1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon D6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon D6 Gallery & Panasonic L1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D6 over the Panasonic L1
D6 | L1 | |||
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Introduced | February 2020 | ![]() | April 2007 | Newer by 157 months |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | ![]() | 2.5" | Larger display (+0.7") |
Display resolution | 2359k | ![]() | 207k | Crisper display (+2152k dot) |
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic L1 over the Nikon D6
L1 | D6 |
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Common features in the Nikon D6 and Panasonic L1
D6 | L1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fixed | ![]() | Fixed | Fixed display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon D6 vs Panasonic L1 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera often, you'll have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon D6 comes with exterior measurements of 160mm x 163mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") having a weight of 1270 grams (2.80 lbs) whilst the Panasonic L1 has proportions of 146mm x 87mm x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") accompanied by a weight of 606 grams (1.34 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D6 and Panasonic L1 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the D6 versus the L1.

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the D6 and L1 is 50 and 65 respectively.

Nikon D6 vs Panasonic L1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's hard to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions purely by going through specs. The picture here will help offer you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the D6 and L1.
As you can plainly see, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The D6 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon D6 will produce greater detail as a result of its extra 14 Megapixels. Greater resolution will enable you to crop images more aggressively. The younger D6 provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon D6 vs Panasonic L1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon D6 vs Panasonic L1 Specifications
Nikon D6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon D6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-L1 |
Type | Pro DSLR | Advanced DSLR |
Released | 2020-02-11 | 2007-04-11 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 7 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 3136 x 2352 |
Maximum native ISO | 102400 | 1600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 3280000 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 105 | 3 |
Cross type focus points | 105 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon F | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 309 | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2" | 2.5" |
Resolution of screen | 2,359k dots | 207k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | Optical (pentamirror) |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 95 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 900 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 13.00 m |
Flash options | Normal, redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, Red-Eye Auto, On, Red-Eye On, Red-Eye Slow Sync, Off, Slow Sync (1&2) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | - | 1/160 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 1270 grams (2.80 pounds) | 606 grams (1.34 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 160 x 163 x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") | 146 x 87 x 77mm (5.7" x 3.4" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 3580 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Dual XQD/CFexpress slots | SD/MMC card |
Card slots | Dual | 1 |
Cost at launch | $6,496 | $1,500 |