Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic LZ20

Let's look a bit more closely at the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic LZ20, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference between the resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and LZ20 (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and LZ20 (1/2.3") feature totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z6 II was released 8 years later than the LZ20 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic LZ20 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving through a full comparison, below is a short summation of how the Z6 II matches up vs the LZ20 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-LZ20. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Panasonic LZ20 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon Z6 II features outer measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) whilst the Panasonic LZ20 has sizing of 120mm x 76mm x 80mm (4.7" x 3.0" x 3.1") and a weight of 499 grams (1.10 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic LZ20 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are utilizing at the time. Following is the front view dimensions comparison of the Z6 II versus the LZ20.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and LZ20 is 61 and 71 respectively.

Often, it is very difficult to envision the contrast between sensor sizing just by looking at a spec sheet. The graphic here will offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and LZ20.

Clearly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z6 II will give greater detail as a result of its extra 9 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer Z6 II will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.