Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic GH5S

Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon Z6 versus Panasonic GH5S, both Pro Mirrorless cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference among the image resolutions of the Z6 (25MP) and GH5S (10MP) and the Z6 (Full frame) and GH5S (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z6 was unveiled 8 months later than the GH5S and they are both of a similar age. Both cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting in to a thorough comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Z6 scores versus the GH5S in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z6 & Panasonic Lumix DC-GH5S. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 Gallery & Panasonic GH5S Gallery.

If you are planning to lug around your camera often, you need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z6 provides outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Panasonic GH5S has measurements of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") and a weight of 660 grams (1.46 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z6 versus Panasonic GH5S in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Z6 against the GH5S.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z6 and GH5S is 62 and 62 respectively.

Usually, it can be difficult to envision the gap in sensor measurements merely by seeing technical specs. The visual here may offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 and GH5S.

As you have seen, both cameras posses different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z6 with its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z6 will show extra detail having an extra 15 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more modern Z6 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.