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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP3

Portability
61
Imaging
77
Features
89
Overall
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Nikon Z6 Mark II front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3 front
Portability
95
Imaging
37
Features
25
Overall
32

Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP3 Key Specs

Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Screen
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase 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
Panasonic FP3
(Full Review)
  • 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fixed Screen
  • ISO 80 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
  • 155g - 99 x 59 x 19mm
  • Introduced January 2010
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP3 Overview

In this article, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FP3, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and FP3 (14MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and FP3 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

Photography Glossary

The Z6 II was launched 10 years later than the FP3 and that is a fairly large 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 FP3 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Z6 II grades against the FP3 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Panasonic FP3

 Z6 II FP3 
IntroducedOctober 2020January 2010Fresher by 132 months
Manual focus More exact focusing
Screen typeTiltingFixed Tilting screen
Screen sizing3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2100k230kCrisper screen (+1870k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FP3 over the Nikon Z6 II

 FP3 Z6 II 

Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FP3

 Z6 II FP3 
Selfie screen Neither comes with selfie screen
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP3 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera, you will have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 II comes with exterior 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 FP3 has dimensions of 99mm x 59mm x 19mm (3.9" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 155 grams (0.34 lbs).

Compare the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FP3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are utilising at that time. Following is the front view scale comparison of the Z6 II and the FP3.

Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP3 size comparison

Using size and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 II and FP3 is 61 and 95 respectively.

Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP3 top view buttons comparison

Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP3 Sensor Comparison

Often, it is hard to see the contrast in sensor sizing just by checking out specifications. The visual underneath will help give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and FP3.

Plainly, both of the cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II due to its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh easier and the Nikon Z6 II will show greater detail utilizing its extra 11 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop photographs far more aggressively. The more recent Z6 II will have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP3 sensor size comparison

Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP3 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon Z6 II Portrait photography information
Panasonic FP3 Portrait photography information
86
manual focus
megapixel count great (25MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
comes with face detect focus
saves RAW files
28
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
no manual focus
no manual control
external flash not possible
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
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Street Comparison

Nikon Z6 II Street photography info
Panasonic FP3 Street photography info
78
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
saves RAW files
boasts touch focus
weather proofing
above average high ISO (51,200)
60
image stabilization (Optical)
includes touch to focus
no moving screen
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
heavier than competition in class (155g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon Z6 II as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FP3 as a Sports photography camera
82
great max shutter speed (1/8,000s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count great (25MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
comes with tracking focus
weather proofing
sensor has phase detect auto focus
terrible battery (410 shots)
35
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14 megapixels)
slow continuous shooting (5.0 fps)
lack of shutter priority mode
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect AF
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Travel Comparison

Nikon Z6 II Travel photography information
Panasonic FP3 Travel photography information
66
weather proofing
connects via bluetooth
boasts touch focus
megapixel count great (25MP)
terrible battery (410 per charge)
display isn't selfie friendly
60
includes touch to focus
megapixel count decent (14MP)
built-in flash
does not have Time Lapse function
heavier than competition in class (155g)
screen is not selfie friendly
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon Z6 II Landscape photography info
Panasonic FP3 Landscape photography info
82
manual focus
switch lenses (Nikon Z mount)
good sized screen (3.2 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
megapixel count great (25MP)
sensor size is large (Full frame)
above average high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW files
weather proofing
two card slots
terrible battery (410 CIPA)
37
nice screen size (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
megapixel count decent (14MP)
no manual focus
lens is fixed (fixed lens mount)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
no manual control
sensor size is tiny (1/2.3")
does not have RAW files
does not have Time Lapse function
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Vlogging Comparison

Nikon Z6 II Vlogging information
Panasonic FP3 Vlogging information
36
touchscreen functionality
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
comes with face detect focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
includes mic socket
display isn't selfie friendly
27
built-in touchscreen
image stabilization (Optical)
wide angle not fantastic (35mm)
slow maximum aperture (f3.5)
screen is not selfie friendly
video res low (1280 x 720 pixels)
does not have mic port
heavier than competition in class (155 grams)
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP3 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FP3
 Nikon Z6 Mark IIPanasonic Lumix DMC-FP3
General Information
Manufacturer Nikon Panasonic
Model type Nikon Z6 Mark II Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP3
Type Pro Mirrorless Ultracompact
Launched 2020-10-14 2010-01-06
Body design SLR-style mirrorless Ultracompact
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 area 858.0mm² 27.7mm²
Sensor resolution 25MP 14MP
Anti alias filter
Aspect ratio 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9
Peak resolution 6048 x 4024 4320 x 3240
Highest native ISO 51200 6400
Highest enhanced ISO 204800 -
Minimum native ISO 100 80
RAW format
Minimum enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Manual focusing
Touch to focus
Autofocus continuous
Autofocus single
Tracking autofocus
Selective autofocus
Autofocus center weighted
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detection autofocus
Contract detection autofocus
Phase detection autofocus
Total focus points 273 9
Lens
Lens mount type Nikon Z fixed lens
Lens zoom range - 35-140mm (4.0x)
Maximal aperture - f/3.5-5.9
Macro focusing range - 10cm
Available lenses 15 -
Crop factor 1 5.9
Screen
Range of screen Tilting Fixed Type
Screen diagonal 3.2 inch 3 inch
Resolution of screen 2,100k dot 230k dot
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic None
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dot -
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent -
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/1600 seconds
Continuous shutter speed 14.0fps 5.0fps
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Expose Manually
Exposure compensation Yes -
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash distance 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
AEB
White balance bracketing
Fastest flash sync 1/200 seconds -
Exposure
Multisegment
Average
Spot
Partial
AF area
Center weighted
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)
Highest 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
Environment seal
Water proofing
Dust proofing
Shock proofing
Crush proofing
Freeze proofing
Weight 705g (1.55 pounds) 155g (0.34 pounds)
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 rating not tested not tested
DXO Color Depth rating not tested not tested
DXO Dynamic range rating not tested not tested
DXO Low light rating not tested not tested
Other
Battery life 410 photographs -
Battery form Battery Pack -
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) Yes (2 or 10 sec)
Time lapse shooting
Storage media CFexpress Type B / XQD SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal
Storage slots Two One
Price at release $1,997 $182