Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G2
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Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G2 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost 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
- Introduced August 2018
- Replacement is Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 6400
- 1280 x 720 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 428g - 124 x 84 x 74mm
- Announced July 2010
- Superseded the Panasonic G1
- New Model is Panasonic G3
Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G2 Overview
Lets take a deeper look at the Nikon Z6 and Panasonic G2, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z6 (25MP) and G2 (12MP) and the Z6 (Full frame) and G2 (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Z6 was brought out 8 years later than the G2 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting into a full comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z6 matches up vs the G2 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G2 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z6 Gallery & Panasonic G2 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 over the Panasonic G2
Z6 | G2 | |||
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Announced | August 2018 | July 2010 | Fresher by 99 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 460k | Sharper display (+1640k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Nikon Z6
G2 | Z6 | |||
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Display type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating display | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z6 and Panasonic G2
Z6 | G2 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focusing | |||
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G2 Physical Comparison
If you are going to carry your camera often, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 provides physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G2 has dimensions of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") along with a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z6 and Panasonic G2 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an ILC will differ depending on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view measurement comparison of the Z6 compared to the G2.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z6 and G2 is 62 and 72 respectively.
Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G2 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to envision the gap in sensor sizing merely by viewing a spec sheet. The visual below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 and G2.
Clearly, both cameras provide different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z6 featuring a larger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z6 will render more detail having its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will also let you crop photos more aggressively. The more recent Z6 will have an edge when it comes to sensor tech.
Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G2 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G2 Specifications
Nikon Z6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2018-08-23 | 2010-07-12 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | Venus Engine HD II |
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 | 12MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Max resolution | 6048 x 4024 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 273 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 15 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 2,100k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.55x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/4000s |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200s | 1/160s |
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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD Lite, Motion JPEG |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675g (1.49 lb) | 428g (0.94 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 124 x 84 x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | 95 | 53 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 25.3 | 21.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 14.3 | 10.3 |
DXO Low light rating | 3299 | 493 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 shots | 360 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | XQD card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch pricing | $1,997 | $1,000 |