Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic GH1
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Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic GH1 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
- Launched August 2018
- Replacement is Nikon Z6 II
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 385g - 124 x 90 x 45mm
- Announced July 2009
- New Model is Panasonic GH2
Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic GH1 Overview
On this page, we are analyzing the Nikon Z6 versus Panasonic GH1, former being a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a substantial difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z6 (25MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the Z6 (Full frame) and GH1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor dimensions.
Sora from OpenAI releases its first ever music videoThe Z6 was announced 9 years later than the GH1 and that is quite a big difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going right into a in depth comparison, here is a short summary of how the Z6 grades vs the GH1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic GH1 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z6 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z6 Gallery & Panasonic GH1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z6 over the Panasonic GH1
Z6 | GH1 | |||
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Announced | August 2018 | July 2009 | Fresher by 112 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 460k | Sharper display (+1640k dot) | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH1 over the Nikon Z6
GH1 | 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 GH1
Z6 | GH1 | |||
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Manually focus | More precise focus |
Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic GH1 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is intending to carry your camera frequently, you'll have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z6 features 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 GH1 has dimensions of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).
Contrast the Nikon Z6 versus Panasonic GH1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Z6 vs the GH1.
Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z6 and GH1 is 62 and 81 respectively.
Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic GH1 Sensor Comparison
Often, it's difficult to visualize the difference between sensor sizing only by checking a spec sheet. The visual below will offer you a far better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z6 and GH1.
As you can see, the 2 cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z6 having a larger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z6 will give you greater detail with its extra 13MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images a bit more aggressively. The newer Z6 should have an edge in sensor tech.
Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic GH1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic GH1 Specifications
Nikon Z6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z6 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Launched | 2018-08-23 | 2009-07-10 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | Venus Engine HD |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 18.89 x 14.48mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 273.5mm² |
Sensor resolution | 25 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
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 | 4000 x 3000 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 1600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Autofocus center weighted | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.9 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 2,100 thousand dot | 460 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 12.0 frames per sec | 3.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.50 m |
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, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200 secs | 1/160 secs |
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 | 1920 x 1080 (60 fps), 1280 x 720 (60 fps), 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | AVCHD |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 lbs) | 385 gr (0.85 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 68mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.7") | 124 x 90 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | 95 | 64 |
DXO Color Depth score | 25.3 | 21.6 |
DXO Dynamic range score | 14.3 | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | 3299 | 772 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 330 photos | 320 photos |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | XQD card | SD/SDHC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Price at release | $1,997 | $949 |