Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G5

Here, we are matching up the Nikon Z6 II versus Panasonic G5, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and G5 (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and G5 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z6 II was released 8 years later than the G5 and that is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a short synopsis of how the Z6 II matches up versus the G5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Panasonic G5 Gallery.

If you're looking to lug around your camera often, you'll need to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z6 II comes with external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Panasonic G5 has proportions of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view overall size comparison of the Z6 II and the G5.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and G5 is 61 and 74 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to envision the contrast between sensor measurements merely by looking at specs. The photograph below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 II and G5.

All in all, the 2 cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Z6 II due to its larger sensor will make getting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z6 II will resolve more detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The newer Z6 II is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.