Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-PM2
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Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-PM2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Released October 2020
- Superseded the Nikon Z6
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- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 269g - 110 x 64 x 34mm
- Launched May 2013
- Replaced the Olympus E-PM1
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-PM2 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon Z6 II and Olympus E-PM2, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Olympus. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and E-PM2 (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and E-PM2 (Four Thirds) come with different sensor size.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z6 II was announced 7 years later than the E-PM2 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PM2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before getting through a in depth comparison, below is a short view of how the Z6 II grades versus the E-PM2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-PM2 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Olympus PEN E-PM2. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Olympus E-PM2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Olympus E-PM2
Z6 II | E-PM2 | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | May 2013 | More recent by 91 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 460k | Crisper screen (+1640k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-PM2 over the Nikon Z6 II
E-PM2 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Olympus E-PM2
Z6 II | E-PM2 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-PM2 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to lug around your camera often, you'll need to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z6 II comes with external measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Olympus E-PM2 has measurements of 110mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") along with a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).
Compare the Nikon Z6 II and Olympus E-PM2 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Z6 II versus the E-PM2.
Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and E-PM2 is 61 and 89 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-PM2 Sensor Comparison
Often, its tough to picture the difference in sensor measurements simply by checking out a spec sheet. The photograph below will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and E-PM2.
As you can see, both the cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Z6 II with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z6 II will show greater detail with its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also enable you to crop photographs much more aggressively. The fresher Z6 II should have a benefit in sensor tech.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus E-PM2 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Olympus PEN E-PM2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Olympus PEN E-PM2 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-10-14 | 2013-05-21 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
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 | 25MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Maximum resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW pictures | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection 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 | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 2,100k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0 frames/s | 8.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (bundled FL-LM1) |
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, Manual (3 levels) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 (30 fps), 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705 gr (1.55 lbs) | 269 gr (0.59 lbs) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 110 x 64 x 34mm (4.3" x 2.5" x 1.3") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.2 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 932 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | 360 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | - | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Dual | One |
Launch pricing | $1,997 | $448 |