Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic GM5

Here is a complete analysis of the Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic GM5, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and GM5 (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and GM5 (Four Thirds) possess different sensor dimensions.

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The Z6 II was launched 6 years later than the GM5 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of these cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GM5 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a short view of how the Z6 II matches up vs the GM5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM5. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Panasonic GM5 Gallery.

For anybody who is intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll have to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 II provides physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Panasonic GM5 has dimensions of 99mm x 60mm x 36mm (3.9" x 2.4" x 1.4") along with a weight of 211 grams (0.47 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have chosen at the time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Z6 II compared to the GM5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z6 II and GM5 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Oftentimes, it's difficult to picture the difference between sensor sizing merely by checking a spec sheet. The photograph underneath will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and GM5.

Clearly, the two cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II because of its larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z6 II will resolve greater detail utilizing its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos somewhat more aggressively. The younger Z6 II should have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.