Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G3
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Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G3 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 25MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise 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
- Later Model is Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 160 - 6400
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 336g - 115 x 84 x 47mm
- Released July 2011
- Old Model is Panasonic G2
- Newer Model is Panasonic G5

Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G3 Overview
Following is a in-depth overview of the Nikon Z6 and Panasonic G3, one is a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Z6 (25MP) and G3 (16MP) and the Z6 (Full frame) and G3 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor sizes.

The Z6 was introduced 7 years after the G3 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving through a complete comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Z6 grades versus the G3 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G3 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 Gallery and Panasonic G3 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 over the Panasonic G3
Z6 | G3 | |||
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Released | August 2018 | ![]() | July 2011 | More modern by 87 months |
Display dimension | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Display resolution | 2100k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper display (+1640k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G3 over the Nikon Z6
G3 | 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 G3
Z6 | G3 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial exact focus | ||
Touch display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G3 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is intending to carry around your camera often, you will have to factor its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z6 features outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G3 has proportions of 115mm x 84mm x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") accompanied by a weight of 336 grams (0.74 lbs).
Compare the Nikon Z6 and Panasonic G3 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are utilizing during that time. Here is the front view sizing comparison of the Z6 vs the G3.

Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability rating of the Z6 and G3 is 62 and 83 respectively.

Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G3 Sensor Comparison
Generally, it's hard to see the contrast in sensor sizes simply by viewing specifications. The pic underneath will help offer you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z6 and G3.
To sum up, the two cameras have got different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z6 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z6 will provide you with greater detail using its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics much more aggressively. The younger Z6 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.

Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G3 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic G3 Specifications
Nikon Z6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G3 |
Type | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2018-08-23 | 2011-07-11 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing 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 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Min native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW pictures | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detection focus | ||
Contract detection focus | ||
Phase detection focus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 15 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,100 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 12.0 frames/s | 4.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 11.00 m |
Flash options | 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 synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps)) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675g (1.49 lb) | 336g (0.74 lb) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 115 x 84 x 47mm (4.5" x 3.3" x 1.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 95 | 56 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.3 | 21.0 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.3 | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | 3299 | 667 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 images | 270 images |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage type | XQD card | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | One | One |
Launch price | $1,997 | $500 |