Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH5
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH5 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 Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Announced October 2020
- Old Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- 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
- Other Name is Lumix DMC-FS18
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH5 Overview
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.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe 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.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH5 Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Panasonic FH5
Z6 II | FH5 | |||
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Revealed | October 2020 | January 2011 | More modern by 119 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 230k | Crisper screen (+1870k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH5 over the Nikon Z6 II
FH5 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FH5
Z6 II | FH5 | |||
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Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH5 Physical Comparison
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.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH5 Sensor Comparison
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.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FH5 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH5 |
Also Known as | - | Lumix DMC-FS18 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2020-10-14 | 2011-01-05 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | 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 surface area | 858.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4608 x 3456 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-112mm (4.0x) |
Largest aperture | - | f/3.1-6.5 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Available lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inches | 2.7 inches |
Resolution of screen | 2,100k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.30 m |
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, On, Off, Red-Eye reduction |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 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) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
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 photos | 260 photos |
Battery style | 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 |
Card slots | Two | One |
Cost at launch | $1,997 | $169 |