Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH2
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push 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
- Announced October 2020
- Old Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-112mm (F3.1-6.5) lens
- 121g - 94 x 54 x 19mm
- Revealed January 2011
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-FS16
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH2 Overview
Here, we are evaluating the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FH2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a crucial gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and FH2 (14MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and FH2 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z6 II was released 9 years later than the FH2 and that is a fairly serious gap as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH2 being a Compact camera.
Before we go into a in depth comparison, here is a quick highlight of how the Z6 II matches up versus the FH2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH2 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Panasonic FH2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Panasonic FH2
Z6 II | FH2 | |||
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Revealed | October 2020 | January 2011 | More recent by 119 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3.2" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 230k | Clearer display (+1870k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH2 over the Nikon Z6 II
FH2 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FH2
Z6 II | FH2 | |||
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Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH2 Physical Comparison
For those who are going to lug around your camera regularly, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z6 II comes with outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Panasonic FH2 has specifications of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).
Compare the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FH2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are using at that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Z6 II vs the FH2.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and FH2 is 61 and 96 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH2 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's hard to picture the gap in sensor measurements simply by checking out specifications. The photograph underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 II and FH2.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z6 II featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Z6 II will show more detail as a result of its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will let you crop photos a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Z6 II should have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH2 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH2 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FS16 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2020-10-14 | 2011-01-05 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
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 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4320 x 3240 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 2,100 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.30 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 reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data 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 | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705 grams (1.55 lb) | 121 grams (0.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 94 x 54 x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 | 270 shots |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Two | Single |
Launch price | $1,997 | $149 |