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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FZ300

Portability
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Imaging
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Features
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Overall
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Nikon Z6 Mark II front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300 front
Portability
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Imaging
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Features
73
Overall
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FZ300 Key Specs

Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
  • 25MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.2" Tilting Display
  • ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump 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
  • Previous Model is Nikon Z6
Panasonic FZ300
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • Optical Image Stabilization
  • 1/16000s Maximum Shutter
  • 3840 x 2160 video
  • 25-600mm (F2.8) lens
  • 691g - 132 x 92 x 117mm
  • Released July 2015
  • Replaced the Panasonic FZ200
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FZ300 Overview

Its time to look a bit more closely at the Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FZ300, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and FZ300 (12MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and FZ300 (1/2.3") feature different sensor dimensions.

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The Z6 II was announced 5 years later than the FZ300 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ300 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before we go in to a in-depth comparison, below is a brief synopsis of how the Z6 II matches up against the FZ300 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Panasonic FZ300

 Z6 II FZ300 
ReleasedOctober 2020July 2015More recent by 64 months
Screen dimension3.2"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2100k1040kSharper screen (+1060k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ300 over the Nikon Z6 II

 FZ300 Z6 II 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FZ300

 Z6 II FZ300 
Manual focus Very accurate focus
Touch screen Quickly navigate

Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FZ300 Physical Comparison

For anybody who is aiming to lug around your camera, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon Z6 II provides 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) whilst the Panasonic FZ300 has specifications of 132mm x 92mm x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6") with a weight of 691 grams (1.52 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FZ300 in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is the front view overall size comparison of the Z6 II and the FZ300.

Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FZ300 size comparison

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 II and FZ300 is 61 and 59 respectively.

Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FZ300 top view buttons comparison

Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FZ300 Sensor Comparison

Normally, it's difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at technical specs. The graphic underneath might offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 II and FZ300.

As you have seen, both the cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z6 II using its bigger sensor is going to make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z6 II will resolve extra detail with its extra 13 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures much more aggressively. The more modern Z6 II provides an advantage in sensor technology.

Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FZ300 sensor size comparison

Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FZ300 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FZ300 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Nikon Z6 II as a Portrait photography camera
Panasonic FZ300 as a Portrait photography camera
86
you can focus manually
excellent resolution (25MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
provides face detect autofocus
saves RAW formats
46
you can focus manually
includes face detection focus
delivers RAW files
megapixel count low (12MP)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
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Street Comparison

Nikon Z6 II as a Street photography camera
Panasonic FZ300 as a Street photography camera
78
has a tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
great sensor size (Full frame)
saves RAW formats
boasts touch focus
environment sealing
above average high ISO (51,200)
59
fully articulated screen
image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
includes focus via touch
weather proof
very small sensor (1/2.3")
more heavy than competition in class (691 grams)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon Z6 II as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic FZ300 as a Sports photography camera
82
great max shutter speed (1/8,000 seconds)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
excellent resolution (25 megapixels)
great sensor size (Full frame)
provides tracking focus
environment sealing
sensor has phase detect autofocus
low battery (410 CIPA)
51
incredible zoom range (25-600mm 24.0 x zoom)
max shutter speed is good (1/16,000s)
image stabilization (Optical)
includes tracking autofocus
weather proof
great battery life (380 shots)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
does not have phase detect auto focus
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Travel Comparison

Nikon Z6 II as a Travel photography camera
Panasonic FZ300 as a Travel photography camera
66
environment sealing
has bluetooth
boasts touch focus
excellent resolution (25MP)
low battery (410 per charge)
display is not selfie friendly
59
great battery life (380 CIPA)
weather proof
includes focus via touch
has built in flash
selfie friendly display
relatively wide (25mm)
very long zoom (600mm)
more heavy than competition in class (691 grams)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
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Landscape Comparison

Nikon Z6 II as a Landscape photography camera
Panasonic FZ300 as a Landscape photography camera
82
you can focus manually
switch lenses (Nikon Z mount)
pretty good screen size (3.2 inch)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
excellent resolution (25MP)
great sensor size (Full frame)
above average high ISO (51,200)
saves RAW formats
environment sealing
two card slots
low battery (410 per charge)
52
you can focus manually
relatively wide (25mm)
screen size is good (3")
image stabilization (Optical)
delivers RAW files
weather proof
great battery life (380 shots)
fixed lens (fixed lens mount)
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
megapixel count low (12 megapixels)
very small sensor (1/2.3")
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Vlogging Comparison

Vlogging with Nikon Z6 II
Vlogging with Panasonic FZ300
36
touchscreen capability
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
provides face detect autofocus
great video quality (3840 x 2160 pixels)
includes mic socket
display is not selfie friendly
62
relatively wide (25mm)
selfie friendly display
touch screen
image stabilization (Optical)
includes face detection focus
high res video (3840 x 2160 pxls)
has external microphone socket
somewhat slow maximum aperture (f2.8)
more heavy than competition in class (691g)
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic FZ300 Specifications

Detailed spec comparison table for Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic FZ300
 Nikon Z6 Mark IIPanasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300
General Information
Brand Nikon Panasonic
Model Nikon Z6 Mark II Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ300
Class Pro Mirrorless Small Sensor Superzoom
Introduced 2020-10-14 2015-07-16
Physical type SLR-style mirrorless SLR-like (bridge)
Sensor Information
Powered by - Venus Engine
Sensor type BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor size Full frame 1/2.3"
Sensor measurements 35.9 x 23.9mm 6.17 x 4.55mm
Sensor area 858.0mm² 28.1mm²
Sensor resolution 25 megapixel 12 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 4000 x 3000
Max native ISO 51200 6400
Max enhanced ISO 204800 -
Min native ISO 100 100
RAW data
Min enhanced ISO 50 -
Autofocusing
Manual focus
Autofocus touch
Autofocus continuous
Single autofocus
Autofocus tracking
Selective autofocus
Center weighted autofocus
Multi area autofocus
Autofocus live view
Face detect autofocus
Contract detect autofocus
Phase detect autofocus
Number of focus points 273 49
Lens
Lens mount Nikon Z fixed lens
Lens focal range - 25-600mm (24.0x)
Max aperture - f/2.8
Macro focus range - 1cm
Number of lenses 15 -
Crop factor 1 5.8
Screen
Type of display Tilting Fully Articulated
Display diagonal 3.2 inches 3 inches
Resolution of display 2,100k dots 1,040k dots
Selfie friendly
Liveview
Touch operation
Viewfinder Information
Viewfinder type Electronic Electronic
Viewfinder resolution 3,690k dots 1,440k dots
Viewfinder coverage 100 percent 100 percent
Viewfinder magnification 0.8x -
Features
Minimum shutter speed 30 seconds 60 seconds
Fastest shutter speed 1/8000 seconds 1/16000 seconds
Continuous shutter rate 14.0 frames/s 12.0 frames/s
Shutter priority
Aperture priority
Manually set exposure
Exposure compensation Yes Yes
Change white balance
Image stabilization
Integrated flash
Flash range no built-in flash 8.80 m (at Auto ISO)
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, auto w/redeye reduction, forced on, forced on w/redeye reduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, forced off
Hot shoe
AEB
WB bracketing
Fastest flash synchronize 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 3840 x 2160 (30p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 60i, 30p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30p)
Max video resolution 3840x2160 3840x2160
Video 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
Environment sealing
Water proof
Dust proof
Shock proof
Crush proof
Freeze proof
Weight 705g (1.55 lb) 691g (1.52 lb)
Dimensions 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") 132 x 92 x 117mm (5.2" x 3.6" x 4.6")
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 shots 380 shots
Battery type Battery Pack Battery Pack
Self timer Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) Yes
Time lapse shooting
Storage type CFexpress Type B / XQD SD/SDHC/SDXC card
Card slots Two One
Price at release $1,997 $598