Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G9
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Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G9 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 68mm
- Announced August 2018
- Updated by Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 658g - 137 x 97 x 92mm
- Released November 2017

Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G9 Overview
In this write-up, we are reviewing the Nikon Z6 and Panasonic G9, both Pro Mirrorless digital cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the image resolutions of the Z6 (25MP) and G9 (20MP) and the Z6 (Full frame) and G9 (Four Thirds) enjoy different sensor size.

The Z6 was unveiled 10 months after the G9 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving in to a detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Z6 matches up vs the G9 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G9 Gallery
The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 and Panasonic Lumix DC-G9. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 Gallery and Panasonic G9 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 over the Panasonic G9
Z6 | G9 | |||
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Released | August 2018 | ![]() | November 2017 | Newer by 10 months |
Display sizing | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+1060k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G9 over the Nikon Z6
G9 | Z6 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Tilting | Fully Articulating display |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z6 and Panasonic G9
Z6 | G9 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Manual focus | ![]() | More accurate focus | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G9 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to travel with your camera regularly, you should factor its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 comes with outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Panasonic G9 has dimensions of 137mm x 97mm x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") along with a weight of 658 grams (1.45 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z6 and Panasonic G9 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is the front view over all size comparison of the Z6 against the G9.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z6 and G9 is 62 and 62 respectively.

Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G9 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions simply by checking specs. The pic here should provide you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z6 and G9.
As you can plainly see, both of those cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z6 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z6 will resolve extra detail having an extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics a little more aggressively. The more modern Z6 should have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G9 Screen and ViewFinder


Photography Type Scores
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Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G9 Specifications
Nikon Z6 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z6 | Panasonic Lumix DC-G9 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2018-08-23 | 2017-11-08 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25MP | 20MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 15 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Display resolution | 2,100k dot | 1,040k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 3,680k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shooting speed | 12.0 frames/s | 20.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
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 | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 150 Mbps, MP4, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 lbs) | 658 grams (1.45 lbs) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 137 x 97 x 92mm (5.4" x 3.8" x 3.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | 95 | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.3 | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.3 | not tested |
DXO Low light score | 3299 | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 400 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | - | DMW-BLF19 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | XQD card | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | Single | Dual |
Retail cost | $1,997 | $1,500 |