Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G10
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump 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
- Launched October 2020
- Previous Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 388g - 124 x 90 x 74mm
- Launched August 2010
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G10 Overview
The following is a complete review of the Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G10, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and G10 (12MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and G10 (Four Thirds) use different sensor dimensions.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Z6 II was released 10 years after the G10 which is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a step-by-step comparison, below is a quick introduction of how the Z6 II scores against the G10 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G10 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Panasonic G10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Panasonic G10
Z6 II | G10 | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | August 2010 | Newer by 124 months | |
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 460k | Crisper screen (+1640k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G10 over the Nikon Z6 II
G10 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic G10
Z6 II | G10 | |||
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Manual focus | Dial accurate focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Lack of selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G10 Physical Comparison
If you are aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon Z6 II comes with physical 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 G10 has sizing of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") and a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G10 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with at that time. Underneath is the front view scale comparison of the Z6 II and the G10.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and G10 is 61 and 72 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G10 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very tough to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions simply by going through a spec sheet. The image here should provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and G10.
As you can see, the two cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z6 II due to its bigger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will provide more detail as a result of its extra 13MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Z6 II should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G10 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-10-14 | 2010-08-09 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine HD II |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of display | 2,100 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 202 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.52x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 11.00 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, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
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 | 705 grams (1.55 lb) | 388 grams (0.86 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 124 x 90 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 52 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.1 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 411 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 380 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | 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/SDXC card |
Card slots | Dual | 1 |
Price at release | $1,997 | $550 |