Nikon Z6 II vs Panasonic ZS40

In this write-up, we are comparing the Nikon Z6 II versus Panasonic ZS40, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z6 II (25MP) and ZS40 (18MP) and the Z6 II (Full frame) and ZS40 (1/2.3") come with different sensor dimensions.

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The Z6 II was manufactured 6 years later than the ZS40 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z6 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic ZS40 being a Compact camera.

Before we go straight into a in-depth comparison, below is a concise introduction of how the Z6 II grades vs the ZS40 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z6 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-ZS40. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z6 II Gallery and Panasonic ZS40 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to lug around your camera frequently, you should factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 II has got external measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Panasonic ZS40 has dimensions of 111mm x 64mm x 34mm (4.4" x 2.5" x 1.3") and a weight of 240 grams (0.53 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon Z6 II versus Panasonic ZS40 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you select at that time. Here is the front view overall size comparison of the Z6 II vs the ZS40.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z6 II and ZS40 is 61 and 90 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor measurements just by checking specs. The visual underneath will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z6 II and ZS40.

All in all, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z6 II because of its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z6 II will resolve greater detail due to its extra 7 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics far more aggressively. The fresher Z6 II should have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.