Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic ZS100
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic ZS100 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 Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced October 2020
- Older Model is Nikon Z6
(Full Review)
- 20MP - 1" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 125 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 25-250mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 312g - 111 x 65 x 44mm
- Introduced January 2016
- Also Known as Lumix DMC-TZ100
- Later Model is Panasonic ZS200
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic ZS100 Overview
Here is a detailed review of the Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic ZS100, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Large Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and ZS100 (20MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and ZS100 (1") posses different sensor sizing.
President Biden pushes bill mandating TikTok sale or banThe Z6 II was brought out 4 years later than the ZS100 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of these cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS100 being a Large Sensor Compact camera.
Before going straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Z6 II matches up vs the ZS100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic ZS100 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Panasonic ZS100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 II over the Panasonic ZS100
Z6 II | ZS100 | |||
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Introduced | October 2020 | January 2016 | Fresher by 59 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 1040k | Crisper display (+1060k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic ZS100 over the Nikon Z6 II
ZS100 | Z6 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic ZS100
Z6 II | ZS100 | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Selfie screen | Neither offers selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic ZS100 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry your camera, you're going to have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z6 II offers physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS100 has specifications of 111mm x 65mm x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") with a weight of 312 grams (0.69 lbs).
Look at the Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic ZS100 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you choose at the time. Following is a front view dimension comparison of the Z6 II compared to the ZS100.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and ZS100 is 61 and 87 respectively.
Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic ZS100 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it's difficult to visualize the difference in sensor sizing purely by looking through technical specs. The visual below may provide you a better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 II and ZS100.
As you have seen, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z6 II featuring a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z6 II will result in more detail having its extra 5MP. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos a bit more aggressively. The newer Z6 II provides a benefit with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic ZS100 Specifications
Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z6 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS100 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-TZ100 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2020-10-14 | 2016-01-05 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Large Sensor Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | MOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 13.2 x 8.8mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 116.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 5472 x 3648 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 204800 | 25600 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 125 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 25-250mm (10.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.7 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 2,100 thousand dots | 1,040 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 1,166 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 14.0 frames per second | 9.9 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 8.00 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync., Slow Sync./Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 | 4K/UHD (3840 x 2160 @ 30p/24p), 1920 x 1080 @ 60p/60i/30p/24p, 640 x 480 (30p) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 705 grams (1.55 pounds) | 312 grams (0.69 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 111 x 65 x 44mm (4.4" x 2.6" x 1.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 70 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.5 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 559 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 410 pictures | 300 pictures |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 shots @ 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | CFexpress Type B / XQD | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | 2 | One |
Price at launch | $1,997 | $700 |