Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic GF6

On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic GF6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the Z30 (21MP) and GF6 (16MP) and the Z30 (APS-C) and GF6 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z30 was introduced 9 years later than the GF6 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF6 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before going right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief view of how the Z30 matches up versus the GF6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF6. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z30 Gallery & Panasonic GF6 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z30 has got exterior measurements of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic GF6 has measurements of 111mm x 65mm x 38mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 323 grams (0.71 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is a front view measurement comparison of the Z30 versus the GF6.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Z30 and GF6 is 79 and 87 respectively.

Generally, it is difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at specifications. The visual below will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z30 and GF6.

Plainly, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z30 with its larger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z30 will give extra detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos more aggressively. The newer Z30 will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.