Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic GH5S
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic GH5S Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise 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
- Released October 2020
- Previous Model is Nikon Z6
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- 10MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 660g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
- Launched January 2018
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic GH5S Overview
On this page, we are evaluating the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic GH5S, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and GH5S (10MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and GH5S (Four Thirds) have different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z6 II was manufactured 2 years after the GH5S which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a more detailed comparison, here is a simple introduction of how the Z6 II grades against the GH5S in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic GH5S Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Panasonic GH5S Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Panasonic GH5S
Z6 II | GH5S | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | January 2018 | Newer by 34 months | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1620k | Crisper display (+480k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5S over the Nikon Z6 II
GH5S | Z6 II | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic GH5S
Z6 II | GH5S | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3.2" | Equal display measurements | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic GH5S Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you have to factor in 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") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Panasonic GH5S has sizing of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic GH5S in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view physical size comparison of the Z6 II and the GH5S.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and GH5S is 61 and 62 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic GH5S Sensor Comparison
Generally, it can be difficult to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions just by reading specifications. The picture here should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and GH5S.
Plainly, the two cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z6 II due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z6 II will offer greater detail due to its extra 15MP. Greater resolution will help you crop pics more aggressively. The younger Z6 II provides a benefit in sensor tech.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic GH5S Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic GH5S Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-10-14 | 2018-01-08 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine 10 |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 10 megapixels |
Anti aliasing 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 | 3680 x 2760 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | 204800 |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inches | 3.2 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,100 thousand dot | 1,620 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | 3,680 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/8000s |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200s | - |
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 | 4096 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.1 |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705 gr (1.55 lbs) | 660 gr (1.46 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photographs | 440 photographs |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | DMW-BLF19 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 10 secs w/3 images) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress Type B / XQD | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC cards (UHS-II V60 cards supported) |
Storage slots | 2 | 2 |
Launch pricing | $1,997 | $2,498 |