Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH1
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump 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
- Succeeded the Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-140mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 163g - 98 x 55 x 23mm
- Introduced January 2010
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FS10
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH1 Overview
Below, we are evaluating the Nikon Z6 II versus Panasonic FH1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and FH1 (12MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and FH1 (1/2.3") use totally different sensor size.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z6 II was announced 10 years after the FH1 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH1 being a Compact camera.
Before getting straight into a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick summation of how the Z6 II scores versus the FH1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Panasonic FH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Panasonic FH1
Z6 II | FH1 | |||
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Introduced | October 2020 | January 2010 | More modern by 132 months | |
Manually focus | More accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimension | 3.2" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 230k | Crisper display (+1870k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH1 over the Nikon Z6 II
FH1 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FH1
Z6 II | FH1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH1 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to carry around your camera often, you should factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z6 II offers physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Panasonic FH1 has proportions of 98mm x 55mm x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") and a weight of 163 grams (0.36 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Z6 II versus Panasonic FH1 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are working with during that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the Z6 II and the FH1.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z6 II and FH1 is 61 and 95 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH1 Sensor Comparison
Usually, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes simply by checking out specifications. The image underneath will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 II and FH1.
To sum up, each of these cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z6 II having a larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will provide more detail with its extra 13MP. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop pics somewhat more aggressively. The newer Z6 II is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH1 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH1 |
Alternate name | - | Lumix DMC-FS10 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Revealed | 2020-10-14 | 2010-01-06 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
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 | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-140mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 2,100k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames/s | 6.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.80 m |
Flash settings | 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, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705 grams (1.55 lb) | 163 grams (0.36 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 98 x 55 x 23mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 shots | - |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Two | Single |
Cost at release | $1,997 | $150 |