Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6
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![Nikon Z30 front Nikon Z30 front](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/cameras/gallery/medium/Nikon-Z30/Nikon-Z30-front.jpg)
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Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 405g - 128 x 74 x 60mm
- Released June 2022
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 122 x 85 x 71mm
- Announced April 2013
- Older Model is Panasonic G5
- Refreshed by Panasonic G7
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Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 Overview
Lets look closer at the Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the resolutions of the Z30 (21MP) and G6 (16MP) and the Z30 (APS-C) and G6 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor measurements.
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The Z30 was launched 9 years later than the G6 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Z30 scores versus the G6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
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Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z30 Gallery & Panasonic G6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z30 over the Panasonic G6
Z30 | G6 | |||
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Announced | June 2022 | ![]() | April 2013 | Fresher by 112 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1036k | Crisper screen (+4k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G6 over the Nikon Z30
G6 | Z30 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z30 and Panasonic G6
Z30 | G6 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen size | 3.00" | ![]() | 3" | Same screen measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z30 offers exterior dimensions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic G6 has dimensions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") and a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.![Camera Size Comparison with Lenses Camera Size Comparison with Lenses](https://pxlmag.com/db/assets/camera-size-comparison-animation.gif)
Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you have chosen during that time. The following is a front view measurement comparison of the Z30 against the G6.
![Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 size comparison Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G6-size-comparison.jpg)
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z30 and G6 is 79 and 74 respectively.
![Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 top view buttons comparison Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 top view buttons comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G6-top-view-buttons-comparison.jpg)
Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it's tough to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by seeing a spec sheet. The graphic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z30 and G6.
As you can see, each of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z30 featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z30 will produce more detail utilizing its extra 5MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The newer Z30 is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
![Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 sensor size comparison Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 sensor size comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/sensor-compare/Nikon-Z30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G6-sensor-size-comparison.png)
Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 Screen and ViewFinder
![Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 Screen and Viewfinder comparison](https://pxlmag.com/db/images/camera-compare/Nikon-Z30-vs-Panasonic-Lumix-DMC-G6-screen-back-comparison.jpg)
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Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
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Street Comparison
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Sports Comparison
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Travel Comparison
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Landscape Comparison
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Vlogging Comparison
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Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G6 Specifications
Nikon Z30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z30 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 |
Class | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2022-06-29 | 2013-04-24 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 35 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3.00" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,036k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | None | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | - | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | - | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0fps | 7.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.50 m |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
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 @ 120p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 100p, 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, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 405 grams (0.89 lb) | 390 grams (0.86 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 128 x 74 x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") | 122 x 85 x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 340 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | - | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch cost | $650 | $750 |