Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic ZS3

Here, we will be comparing the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic ZS3, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Superzoom by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and ZS3 (10MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and ZS3 (1/2.3") have different sensor measurements.

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The Z6 II was launched 11 years after the ZS3 which is a fairly big difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS3 being a Compact camera.

Before going right into a full comparison, here is a brief summary of how the Z6 II matches up against the ZS3 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z6 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS3. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery & Panasonic ZS3 Gallery.

In case you're looking to travel with your camera often, you will need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon Z6 II features external measurements 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 ZS3 has specifications of 103mm x 60mm x 33mm (4.1" x 2.4" x 1.3") and a weight of 229 grams (0.50 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z6 II and Panasonic ZS3 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you use at that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the Z6 II and the ZS3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 II and ZS3 is 61 and 91 respectively.

Usually, it's difficult to visualize the gap in sensor dimensions only by checking out a spec sheet. The picture underneath should provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 II and ZS3.

As you can see, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z6 II due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z6 II will produce extra detail utilizing its extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also enable you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more recent Z6 II provides an advantage when it comes to sensor tech.