Nikon D6 vs Panasonic ZS25
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Nikon D6 vs Panasonic ZS25 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 102400 (Increase to 3280000)
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon F Mount
- 1270g - 160 x 163 x 92mm
- Announced February 2020
- Older Model is Nikon D5
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-480mm (F3.3-6.4) lens
- 193g - 105 x 59 x 28mm
- Released January 2013
- Alternative Name is Lumix DMC-TZ35
- Earlier Model is Panasonic ZS20
- Updated by Panasonic ZS30
Nikon D6 vs Panasonic ZS25 Overview
Below is a extended review of the Nikon D6 versus Panasonic ZS25, former being a Pro DSLR while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the D6 (21MP) and ZS25 (16MP) and the D6 (Full frame) and ZS25 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe D6 was manufactured 7 years later than the ZS25 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon D6 being a Large SLR camera and the Panasonic ZS25 being a Compact camera.
Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple synopsis of how the D6 matches up vs the ZS25 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon D6 vs Panasonic ZS25 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon D6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25. The entire galleries are available at Nikon D6 Gallery & Panasonic ZS25 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon D6 over the Panasonic ZS25
D6 | ZS25 | |||
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Released | February 2020 | January 2013 | More recent by 87 months | |
Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2359k | 460k | Crisper display (+1899k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS25 over the Nikon D6
ZS25 | D6 |
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Common features in the Nikon D6 and Panasonic ZS25
D6 | ZS25 | |||
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Display type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed display | |
Selfie screen | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon D6 vs Panasonic ZS25 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you're going to have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon D6 has physical measurements of 160mm x 163mm x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") along with a weight of 1270 grams (2.80 lbs) whilst the Panasonic ZS25 has measurements of 105mm x 59mm x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") accompanied by a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
Look at the Nikon D6 versus Panasonic ZS25 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Below is the front view size comparison of the D6 versus the ZS25.
Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the D6 and ZS25 is 50 and 93 respectively.
Nikon D6 vs Panasonic ZS25 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it's hard to envision the difference in sensor measurements merely by viewing technical specs. The visual below will offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the D6 and ZS25.
As you have seen, both of those cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The D6 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon D6 will render extra detail due to its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also let you crop photos far more aggressively. The more modern D6 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon D6 vs Panasonic ZS25 Specifications
Nikon D6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon D6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS25 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ35 |
Class | Pro DSLR | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Announced | 2020-02-11 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | Large SLR | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
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 | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4896 x 3672 |
Max native ISO | 102400 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 3280000 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 105 | 23 |
Cross type focus points | 105 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon F | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-480mm (20.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.3-6.4 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Available lenses | 309 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 2,359 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Optical (pentaprism) | None |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.72x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 900 secs | 15 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1200 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames per sec | 10.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 6.40 m |
Flash modes | Normal, redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AE 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 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (220 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
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 | 1270g (2.80 pounds) | 193g (0.43 pounds) |
Dimensions | 160 x 163 x 92mm (6.3" x 6.4" x 3.6") | 105 x 59 x 28mm (4.1" x 2.3" x 1.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 images | 260 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Dual XQD/CFexpress slots | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Dual | One |
Retail cost | $6,496 | $300 |