Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FX90
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FX90 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost 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
- Introduced October 2020
- Succeeded the Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-5.9) lens
- 149g - 102 x 56 x 22mm
- Announced August 2011
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FX90 Overview
In this article, we will be matching up the Nikon Z6 II versus Panasonic FX90, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a considerable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and FX90 (12MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and FX90 (1/2.3") enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z6 II was released 9 years later than the FX90 and that is a fairly large difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FX90 being a Compact camera.
Before delving straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a brief summation of how the Z6 II matches up versus the FX90 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FX90 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Panasonic FX90 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Panasonic FX90
Z6 II | FX90 | |||
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Announced | October 2020 | August 2011 | Fresher by 112 months | |
Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 460k | Sharper screen (+1640k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FX90 over the Nikon Z6 II
FX90 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FX90
Z6 II | FX90 | |||
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Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FX90 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera frequently, you will have to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z6 II comes with exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Panasonic FX90 has measurements of 102mm x 56mm x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") with a weight of 149 grams (0.33 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z6 II versus Panasonic FX90 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is the front view scale comparison of the Z6 II and the FX90.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z6 II and FX90 is 61 and 95 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FX90 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to see the contrast in sensor sizing only by viewing specifications. The photograph below will give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and FX90.
Plainly, both of the cameras offer different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II featuring a bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will result in more detail as a result of its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop pictures a little more aggressively. The newer Z6 II will have an edge in sensor technology.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FX90 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX90 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2020-10-14 | 2011-08-26 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
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 megapixel | 12 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.5-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 3cm |
Available lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 2,100 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames per second | 4.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 5.90 m |
Flash settings | 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, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705 gr (1.55 pounds) | 149 gr (0.33 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 102 x 56 x 22mm (4.0" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 shots | 200 shots |
Style of battery | 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 | 2 | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $1,997 | $227 |