Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G3
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- 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
- Announced October 2020
- Old Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 336g - 115 x 84 x 47mm
- Announced July 2011
- Replaced the Panasonic G2
- Newer Model is Panasonic G5
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G3 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon Z6 II versus Panasonic G3, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and G3 (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and G3 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor measurements.
Apple Innovates by Creating Next-Level Optical Stabilization for iPhoneThe Z6 II was brought out 9 years later than the G3 and that is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going through a in-depth comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Z6 II scores versus the G3 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G3 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Panasonic G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Panasonic G3
Z6 II | G3 | |||
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Announced | October 2020 | July 2011 | Fresher by 113 months | |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 460k | Clearer screen (+1640k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G3 over the Nikon Z6 II
G3 | Z6 II | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic G3
Z6 II | G3 | |||
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Manually focus | Dial precise focusing | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G3 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry your camera, you have to factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 II offers exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G3 has dimensions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z6 II versus Panasonic G3 in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is the front view physical size comparison of the Z6 II and the G3.
Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 II and G3 is 61 and 83 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G3 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it's tough to visualize the gap between sensor sizing simply by reading through specs. The graphic here might give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and G3.
All in all, the 2 cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z6 II will give greater detail having its extra 9MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots much more aggressively. The more recent Z6 II should have an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G3 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2020-10-14 | 2011-07-11 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | Venus Engine FHD |
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 | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 2,100 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | 1,440 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 14.0fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in 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 | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, 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 | 705g (1.55 lbs) | 336g (0.74 lbs) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 115 x 84 x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 667 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 images | 270 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Dual | 1 |
Pricing at launch | $1,997 | $500 |