Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic XS1
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic XS1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase 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
- Released October 2020
- Older Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.8-6.9) lens
- 103g - 94 x 54 x 14mm
- Launched January 2013
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic XS1 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic XS1, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a big gap between the image resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and XS1 (16MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and XS1 (1/2.3") provide totally different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z6 II was released 7 years after the XS1 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic XS1 being a Compact camera.
Before we go right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Z6 II matches up versus the XS1 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic XS1 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Panasonic XS1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Panasonic XS1
Z6 II | XS1 | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | January 2013 | More modern by 95 months | |
Manual focus | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3.2" | 2.7" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 230k | Crisper screen (+1870k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic XS1 over the Nikon Z6 II
XS1 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic XS1
Z6 II | XS1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither provides selfie screen |
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic XS1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera often, you'll have to think about its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 II provides exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Panasonic XS1 has dimensions of 94mm x 54mm x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") along with a weight of 103 grams (0.23 lbs).
Check out the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic XS1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you are utilising at that moment. Here is a front view scale comparison of the Z6 II versus the XS1.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z6 II and XS1 is 61 and 97 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic XS1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is tough to envision the contrast between sensor sizes just by reading technical specs. The image underneath should give you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 II and XS1.
As you have seen, both cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z6 II because of its bigger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z6 II will deliver extra detail as a result of its extra 9MP. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a bit more aggressively. The fresher Z6 II is going to have an edge in sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic XS1 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-XS1 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Released | 2020-10-14 | 2013-01-07 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25MP | 16MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | - |
Highest Possible resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 273 | - |
Cross type focus points | - | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-6.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 2.7" |
Display resolution | 2,100k dots | 230k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Display technology | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter rate | 14.0 frames/s | 1.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 4.40 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 Syncro |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705 gr (1.55 lb) | 103 gr (0.23 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 94 x 54 x 14mm (3.7" x 2.1" x 0.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 shots | 260 shots |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Card slots | Two | 1 |
Retail price | $1,997 | $130 |