Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-30
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Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-30 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Revealed October 2020
- Superseded the Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 2.7" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 695g - 142 x 108 x 75mm
- Announced March 2009
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-30 Overview
In this write-up, we will be reviewing the Nikon Z6 II versus Olympus E-30, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced DSLR by rivals Nikon and Olympus. There exists a substantial gap between the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and E-30 (12MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and E-30 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Z6 II was unveiled 11 years later than the E-30 and that is quite a big difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-30 being a Mid-size SLR camera.
Before diving in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Z6 II matches up against the E-30 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-30 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Olympus E-30. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Olympus E-30 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Olympus E-30
Z6 II | E-30 | |||
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Announced | October 2020 | March 2009 | More recent by 141 months | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 230k | Sharper screen (+1870k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-30 over the Nikon Z6 II
E-30 | Z6 II | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Olympus E-30
Z6 II | E-30 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focus |
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-30 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to lug around your camera, you'll have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z6 II provides physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Olympus E-30 has proportions of 142mm x 108mm x 75mm (5.6" x 4.3" x 3.0") and a weight of 695 grams (1.53 lbs).
Compare the Nikon Z6 II versus Olympus E-30 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view sizing comparison of the Z6 II and the E-30.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 II and E-30 is 61 and 60 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-30 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is tough to envision the gap between sensor measurements merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 II and E-30.
Clearly, both cameras offer different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z6 II using its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Nikon Z6 II will give you extra detail having an extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop photographs a little more aggressively. The newer Z6 II will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-30 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Olympus E-30 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Olympus E-30 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced DSLR |
Revealed | 2020-10-14 | 2009-03-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Mid-size SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | TruePic III+ |
Sensor type | BSI-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 | 25 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 5:4, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4032 x 3024 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 15 | 45 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 2.7 inch |
Resolution of display | 2,100 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Display technology | - | HyperCrystal II LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 98% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.56x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 13.00 m |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, Manual, Fill, Red-eye reduction, Slow sync with red-eye reduction, Slow sync, Slow sync 2nd curtain, Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 3840 x 2160 @ 24p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 100p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 56 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM 1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705 gr (1.55 lb) | 695 gr (1.53 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 142 x 108 x 75mm (5.6" x 4.3" x 3.0") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 55 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.4 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 530 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | 750 pictures |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | BLM-1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (12 or 2 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | CFexpress Type B / XQD | Compact Flash (Type I or II) / xD Picture Card |
Card slots | Dual | Single |
Cost at release | $1,997 | $1,299 |