Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP5
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise 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
- Replaced the Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 35-140mm (F3.5-5.9) lens
- 141g - 101 x 59 x 18mm
- Released January 2011
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP5 Overview
On this page, we are reviewing the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FP5, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference among the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and FP5 (14MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and FP5 (1/2.3") provide different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Z6 II was manufactured 9 years later than the FP5 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving straight to a complete comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Z6 II matches up vs the FP5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP5 Gallery
This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Panasonic FP5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Panasonic FP5
Z6 II | FP5 | |||
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Released | October 2020 | January 2011 | More recent by 119 months | |
Focus manually | Very precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 230k | Crisper display (+1870k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP5 over the Nikon Z6 II
FP5 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FP5
Z6 II | FP5 | |||
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Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP5 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to lug around your camera often, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z6 II features physical dimensions 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 FP5 has proportions of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") accompanied by a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FP5 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. Here is a front view overall size comparison of the Z6 II and the FP5.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z6 II and FP5 is 61 and 95 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP5 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is tough to visualize the contrast in sensor measurements only by seeing specifications. The photograph below should offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 II and FP5.
Plainly, both of those cameras provide different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z6 II because of its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z6 II will show extra detail due to its extra 11 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos more aggressively. The younger Z6 II provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP5 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Announced | 2020-10-14 | 2011-01-05 |
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 measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4320 x 3240 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
Single AF | ||
AF tracking | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 35-140mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.5-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 10cm |
Available lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 2,100k dot | 230k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Touch Screen LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1600 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0fps | 6.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.90 m |
Flash modes | 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 | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200 seconds | - |
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), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705 gr (1.55 lb) | 141 gr (0.31 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 101 x 59 x 18mm (4.0" 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 images | 260 images |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Two | One |
Price at release | $1,997 | $199 |