Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus VR-340
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Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus VR-340 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- 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- Superseded the Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 3200
- Sensor-shift Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-240mm (F3.0-5.7) lens
- 125g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Launched January 2012
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus VR-340 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Nikon Z6 II and Olympus VR-340, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Olympus. There exists a significant gap among the resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and VR-340 (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and VR-340 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor sizes.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z6 II was manufactured 8 years after the VR-340 which is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus VR-340 being a Compact camera.
Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief view of how the Z6 II scores versus the VR-340 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus VR-340 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Olympus VR-340. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Olympus VR-340 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Olympus VR-340
Z6 II | VR-340 | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | January 2012 | More modern by 107 months | |
Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 460k | Sharper display (+1640k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus VR-340 over the Nikon Z6 II
VR-340 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Olympus VR-340
Z6 II | VR-340 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither comes with selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus VR-340 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to carry around your camera frequently, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z6 II comes with exterior dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Olympus VR-340 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") having a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z6 II and Olympus VR-340 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you use at the time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Z6 II against the VR-340.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and VR-340 is 61 and 96 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus VR-340 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualise the difference in sensor sizes purely by researching specifications. The picture below may offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 II and VR-340.
To sum up, both of these cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z6 II featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z6 II will render extra detail due to its extra 9MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos much more aggressively. The more recent Z6 II will have a benefit when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus VR-340 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z6 II vs Olympus VR-340 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Olympus VR-340 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Olympus VR-340 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2020-10-14 | 2012-01-10 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 273 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-240mm (10.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.0-5.7 |
Number of lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 2,100 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.80 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, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
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 | 1280 x 720 (30,15 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 180 (30,15 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Eye-Fi Connected |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 pounds) | 125g (0.28 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | - | LI-50B |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 2 | Single |
Retail price | $1,997 | $130 |