Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G6
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84 Overall
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Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Released October 2019
(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
- Revealed April 2013
- Older Model is Panasonic G5
- Successor is Panasonic G7
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G6 Overview
Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G6, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z50 (21MP) and G6 (16MP) and the Z50 (APS-C) and G6 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z50 was introduced 6 years later than the G6 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief synopsis of how the Z50 grades against the G6 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G6 Gallery
The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z50 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z50 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Panasonic G6
Z50 | G6 | |||
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Revealed | October 2019 | April 2013 | Fresher by 79 months | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 1036k | Clearer screen (+4k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G6 over the Nikon Z50
G6 | Z50 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen |
Common features in the Nikon Z50 and Panasonic G6
Z50 | G6 | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focus | |||
Selfie screen | Both good for selfies | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G6 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z50 comes with outside dimensions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") with a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs) and the Panasonic G6 has proportions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G6 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Z50 vs the G6.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z50 and G6 is 74 and 74 respectively.
Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G6 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it can be difficult to picture the gap in sensor sizing merely by seeing a spec sheet. The photograph underneath should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z50 and G6.
Clearly, both of those cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z50 having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z50 will show more detail using its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The younger Z50 should have an edge in sensor technology.
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Nikon Z50 vs Panasonic G6 Specifications
Nikon Z50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z50 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2019-10-10 | 2013-04-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 15 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dots | 1,036k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dots | 1,440k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | - | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 11.0 frames/s | 7.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) | 10.50 m |
Flash modes | - | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
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 PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 397 grams (0.88 lb) | 390 grams (0.86 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" 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 | 320 images | 340 images |
Battery type | Built-in | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Price at launch | $857 | $750 |