Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP8
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- 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
- Released October 2020
- Old Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
- Announced July 2009
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP8 Overview
Here, we will be looking at the Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP8, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Ultracompact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and FP8 (12MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and FP8 (1/2.3") boast different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z6 II was introduced 11 years after the FP8 which is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a short highlight of how the Z6 II scores versus the FP8 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP8 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Panasonic FP8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Panasonic FP8
Z6 II | FP8 | |||
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Announced | October 2020 | July 2009 | Newer by 137 months | |
Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 230k | Crisper screen (+1870k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Nikon Z6 II
FP8 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FP8
Z6 II | FP8 | |||
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Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP8 Physical Comparison
If you're intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon Z6 II enjoys outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Panasonic FP8 has sizing of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") with a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP8 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have at that moment. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Z6 II versus the FP8.
Using size and weight, the portability score of the Z6 II and FP8 is 61 and 95 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP8 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to visualize the difference between sensor dimensions merely by reading technical specs. The pic underneath may give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and FP8.
As you can tell, both of the cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z6 II with its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will deliver more detail using its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also make it easier to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Z6 II provides an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP8 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FP8 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Released | 2020-10-14 | 2009-07-27 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | - | Venus Engine V |
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 | 12MP |
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 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Max aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Total lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 2.7 inches |
Display resolution | 2,100 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/1300 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames per second | 2.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.50 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, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 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 data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705 grams (1.55 lb) | 151 grams (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 | - |
Battery format | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Storage slots | Two | 1 |
Retail pricing | $1,997 | $300 |