Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic GF2

Following is a in depth review of the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic GF2, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference among the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and GF2 (12MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and GF2 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor size.

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The Z6 II was released 9 years after the GF2 which is a fairly large gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GF2 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple summation of how the Z6 II grades vs the GF2 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GF2. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Panasonic GF2 Gallery.

In case you're aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z6 II enjoys external dimensions 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 GF2 has measurements of 113mm x 68mm x 33mm (4.4" x 2.7" x 1.3") accompanied by a weight of 310 grams (0.68 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic GF2 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are working with at that moment. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z6 II compared to the GF2.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and GF2 is 61 and 88 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the gap in sensor sizes only by seeing specs. The pic underneath may offer you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 II and GF2.

As you can plainly see, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z6 II because of its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z6 II will provide greater detail as a result of its extra 13 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop photos a bit more aggressively. The more recent Z6 II will have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.