Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP2
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP2 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
- Launched October 2020
- Succeeded the Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 151g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
- Released January 2010
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP2 Overview
Following is a thorough review of the Nikon Z6 II versus Panasonic FP2, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and FP2 (14MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and FP2 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z6 II was revealed 10 years after the FP2 which is a fairly serious difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FP2 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before going into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple highlight of how the Z6 II grades versus the FP2 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP2 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Panasonic FP2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Panasonic FP2
Z6 II | FP2 | |||
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Released | October 2020 | January 2010 | More modern by 132 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 230k | Sharper screen (+1870k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP2 over the Nikon Z6 II
FP2 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FP2
Z6 II | FP2 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP2 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry around your camera, you should take into account its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z6 II enjoys external measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Panasonic FP2 has proportions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") along with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Z6 II versus Panasonic FP2 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view physical size comparison of the Z6 II and the FP2.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 II and FP2 is 61 and 95 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP2 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very hard to visualise the contrast in sensor sizes just by going through a spec sheet. The pic underneath may provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and FP2.
As you can see, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z6 II using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will show greater detail because of its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The younger Z6 II is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP2 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP2 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2020-10-14 | 2010-01-06 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine IV |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 14 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 9 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 10cm |
Number of lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Resolution of screen | 2,100 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1600 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames per second | 5.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.90 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, Slow Syncro |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone 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 gr (1.55 lb) | 151 gr (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 99 x 59 x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") |
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 photographs | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Launch pricing | $1,997 | $80 |