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Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M5

Portability
61 Imaging
77 Features
89 Overall
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Nikon Z6 Mark II front
 
Olympus OM-D E-M5 front
Portability
81 Imaging
52 Features
70 Overall
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Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M5 Key Specs

Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost 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
  • Announced October 2020
  • Earlier Model is Nikon Z6
Olympus E-M5
(Full Review)
  • 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 200 - 25600
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 1920 x 1080 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 425g - 122 x 89 x 43mm
  • Introduced April 2012
  • Successor is Olympus E-M5 II
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Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M5 Overview

Following is a extensive assessment of the Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M5, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Olympus. There is a crucial difference among the resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and E-M5 (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and E-M5 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizing.

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The Z6 II was released 8 years after the E-M5 which is a fairly serious gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Z6 II grades versus the E-M5 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Olympus E-M5

		

		

			
 Z6 II E-M5 
IntroducedOctober 2020April 2012More modern by 103 months
Screen dimensions3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2100k610kCrisper screen (+1490k dot)
		

	

	
	

		

		
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M5 over the Nikon Z6 II

		

		

			
 E-M5 Z6 II 
		

	

	
	

		

		
Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Olympus E-M5

		

		

			
 Z6 II E-M5 
Manually focus  Very precise focusing
Screen typeTiltingTiltingTilting screen
Selfie screen  Neither contains selfie screen
Touch screen  Quickly navigate
		

	

	

	
	
	
	

	

		

		
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M5 Physical Comparison

		

		

			
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon Z6 II has got outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M5 has sizing of 122mm x 89mm x 43mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.7") along with a weight of 425 grams (0.94 lbs).
See the Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M5 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses
Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you use at the time. Underneath is a front view measurements comparison of the Z6 II compared to the E-M5.
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M5 size comparison
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z6 II and E-M5 is 61 and 81 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M5 top view buttons comparison		

	

	
	

		

		
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M5 Sensor Comparison

		

		

			
In many cases, it is tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The image here will offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and E-M5.
Plainly, both cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z6 II featuring a bigger sensor is going to make shooting bokeh easier and the Nikon Z6 II will produce more detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The more modern Z6 II should have a benefit in sensor innovation.
	
			Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M5 sensor size comparison			
		

	

	
	

		

		
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M5 Screen and ViewFinder

		

		

					

		Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M5 Screen and Viewfinder comparison	

	
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Photography Type Scores

		

	

	
Portrait Comparison
 Nikon Z6 II as a Portrait photography camera
 Olympus E-M5 as a Portrait photography camera
86
 you can focus manually
 fantastic megapixels (25MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 supports face detection focus
 saves RAW files
71
 focusing manually
 good  resolution (16 megapixels)
 good sensor size (Four Thirds)
 supports face detection focusing
 supports RAW formats
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Street Comparison
Nikon Z6 II Street photography information
Olympus E-M5 Street photography information
78
 screen tilts
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 saves RAW files
 comes with focus via touch
 environment proof
 above average ISO range (51,200)
82
 tilting screen
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 good sensor size (Four Thirds)
 supports RAW formats
 boasts focus by touch
 weather sealing
 above average high ISO (25,600)
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Sports Comparison
Nikon Z6 II Sports photography features
Olympus E-M5 Sports photography features
82
 great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 fantastic megapixels (25MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 supports tracking autofocus
 environment proof
 comes with phase detect auto focus
 terrible battery (410 shots)
67
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 good  resolution (16 megapixels)
 good sensor size (Four Thirds)
 supports tracking autofocus
 weather sealing
 doesn't have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison
Nikon Z6 II Travel photography information
Olympus E-M5 Travel photography information
66
 environment proof
 has bluetooth
 comes with focus via touch
 fantastic megapixels (25 megapixels)
 terrible battery (410 per charge)
 screen isn't selfie friendly
66
 weather sealing
 boasts focus by touch
 good  resolution (16 megapixels)
 missing Time Lapse recording
 does not offer selfie friendly display
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Landscape Comparison
Nikon Z6 II Landscape photography details
Olympus E-M5 Landscape photography details
82
 you can focus manually
 swap lenses (Nikon Z mount)
 decent sized screen (3.2 inch)
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 fantastic megapixels (25MP)
 sensor size is large (Full frame)
 above average ISO range (51,200)
 saves RAW files
 environment proof
 two card slots
 terrible battery (410 shots)
73
 focusing manually
 interchangeable lenses (Micro Four Thirds mount)
 screen size is good (3")
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 good  resolution (16MP)
 good sensor size (Four Thirds)
 above average high ISO (25,600)
 supports RAW formats
 weather sealing
 missing Time Lapse recording
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Vlogging Comparison
Vlogging with Nikon Z6 II
Vlogging with Olympus E-M5
36
 touchscreen functionality
 image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 supports face detection focus
 high video quality (3840 x 2160 resolution)
 does have external microphone socket
 screen isn't selfie friendly
34
 touchscreen functionality
 has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
 supports face detection focusing
 high quality video (1920 x 1080 pixels)
 does not offer selfie friendly display
 missing external mic socket
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Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-M5 Specifications

		

		

					

		
		

			Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z6 II and Olympus E-M5
 Nikon Z6 Mark IIOlympus OM-D E-M5
General Information
Make Nikon Olympus
Model type Nikon Z6 Mark II Olympus OM-D E-M5
Class Pro Mirrorless Advanced Mirrorless
Announced 2020-10-14 2012-04-30
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-style mirrorless
Sensor Information
Powered by - TruePic VI
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame Four Thirds
Sensor dimensions 35.9 x 23.9mm 17.3 x 13mm
Sensor area 858.0mm² 224.9mm²
Sensor resolution 25 megapixels 16 megapixels
Anti alias filter    
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and  16:9 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and  16:9
Highest Possible resolution 6048 x 4024 4608 x 3456
Maximum native ISO 51200 25600
Maximum enhanced ISO 204800 -
Minimum native ISO 100 200
RAW pictures    
Minimum enhanced ISO 50 100
Autofocusing
Focus manually    
Touch to focus    
Continuous AF    
AF single    
Tracking AF    
Selective AF    
Center weighted AF    
AF multi area    
AF live view    
Face detect focusing    
Contract detect focusing    
Phase detect focusing    
Total focus points 273 35
Lens
Lens mount type Nikon Z Micro Four Thirds
Number of lenses 15 107
Crop factor 1 2.1
Screen
Display type Tilting Tilting
Display diagonal 3.2 inches 3 inches
Display resolution 2,100k dots 610k dots
Selfie friendly    
Liveview    
Touch function    
Display technology - Touch control in electrostatic capacitance type OLED monitor
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots 1,440k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x 0.58x
Features
Min shutter speed 30s 60s
Max shutter speed 1/8000s 1/4000s
Continuous shutter rate 14.0 frames/s 9.0 frames/s
Shutter priority    
Aperture priority    
Manually set exposure    
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Custom WB    
Image stabilization    
Built-in flash    
Flash distance no built-in flash no built-in flash
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, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in, Slow Sync (2), Manual (3 levels)
External flash    
AEB    
White balance bracketing    
Max flash synchronize 1/200s 1/250s
Exposure
Multisegment exposure    
Average exposure    
Spot exposure    
Partial exposure    
AF area exposure    
Center weighted exposure    
Video features
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 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps)
Maximum video resolution 3840x2160 1920x1080
Video data format MPEG-4, H.264 H.264, Motion JPEG
Mic port    
Headphone port    
Connectivity
Wireless Built-In Eye-Fi Connected
Bluetooth    
NFC    
HDMI    
USB Yes USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec)
GPS None None
Physical
Environment sealing    
Water proofing    
Dust proofing    
Shock proofing    
Crush proofing    
Freeze proofing    
Weight 705g (1.55 lb) 425g (0.94 lb)
Physical dimensions 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") 122 x 89 x 43mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.7")
DXO scores
DXO Overall rating not tested 71
DXO Color Depth rating not tested 22.8
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested 12.3
DXO Low light rating not tested 826
Other
Battery life 410 photos 360 photos
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Battery ID - BLN-1
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) Yes (2 or 12 sec)
Time lapse shooting    
Type of storage CFexpress Type B / XQD SD/SDHC/SDXC
Card slots 2 One
Pricing at release $1,997 $799