Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G6
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G6 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand 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
- Earlier Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 390g - 122 x 85 x 71mm
- Launched April 2013
- Replaced the Panasonic G5
- Updated by Panasonic G7
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G6 Overview
Following is a complete overview of the Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G6, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and G6 (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and G6 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z6 II was announced 7 years after the G6 which is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a comprehensive comparison, below is a quick overview of how the Z6 II scores vs the G6 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G6 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Panasonic G6
Z6 II | G6 | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | April 2013 | More modern by 91 months | |
Display dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1036k | Sharper display (+1064k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G6 over the Nikon Z6 II
G6 | Z6 II | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic G6
Z6 II | G6 | |||
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Manual focus | Very precise focus | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G6 Physical Comparison
If you are planning to carry around your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z6 II enjoys 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) and the Panasonic G6 has proportions of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G6 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using during that time. Below is the front view proportions comparison of the Z6 II against the G6.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 II and G6 is 61 and 74 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G6 Sensor Comparison
Generally, its hard to picture the gap between sensor sizes purely by checking specs. The picture underneath should give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 II and G6.
All in all, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z6 II having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z6 II will give greater detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop images somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Z6 II should have a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G6 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic G6 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2020-10-14 | 2013-04-24 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixel | 16 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 Possible resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 2,100k dot | 1,036k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Display tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 14.0 frames per sec | 7.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 10.50 m |
Flash modes | 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
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 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705 grams (1.55 pounds) | 390 grams (0.86 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 122 x 85 x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 21.3 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 11.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 639 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 photos | 340 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | 2 | 1 |
Cost at release | $1,997 | $750 |