Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH5

Following is a in depth comparison of the Nikon Z6 II versus Panasonic FH5, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and FH5 (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and FH5 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z6 II was introduced 9 years after the FH5 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH5 being a Compact camera.

Before delving right into a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the Z6 II matches up vs the FH5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Panasonic FH5 Gallery.

For those who are intending to carry around your camera frequently, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon Z6 II has outer 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 Panasonic FH5 has sizing of 94mm x 54mm x 19mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.7") with a weight of 121 grams (0.27 lbs).

Check out the Nikon Z6 II versus Panasonic FH5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z6 II against the FH5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z6 II and FH5 is 61 and 96 respectively.

Often, it can be difficult to see the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing a spec sheet. The picture here will offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 II and FH5.

Clearly, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z6 II having a bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will show extra detail using its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop shots more aggressively. The more recent Z6 II will have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.