Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH27

The following is a thorough assessment of the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FH27, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and FH27 (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and FH27 (1/2.3") come with totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z6 II was brought out 9 years after the FH27 which is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH27 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a in depth comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Z6 II scores versus the FH27 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH27. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Panasonic FH27 Gallery.

If you're going to travel with your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z6 II has got outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic FH27 has measurements of 99mm x 57mm x 28mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.1") with a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FH27 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you choose at the time. Underneath is the front view measurement comparison of the Z6 II and the FH27.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and FH27 is 61 and 94 respectively.

Often, it is difficult to visualise the difference in sensor dimensions merely by seeing specifications. The pic here will give you a greater sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 II and FH27.

Plainly, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z6 II due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z6 II will provide extra detail having its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent Z6 II is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.