Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G100
61 Imaging
80 Features
92 Overall
84
81 Imaging
62 Features
76 Overall
67
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G100 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Push to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 705g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Introduced October 2020
- Superseded the Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 3840 x 1920 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 352g - 116 x 83 x 54mm
- Revealed June 2020
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G100 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G100, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap among the image resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and G100 (20MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and G100 (Four Thirds) offer different sensor size.
Japan-exclusive Leica Leitz Phone 3 features big sensor and new modesThe Z7 II was manufactured 4 months after the G100 and they are of a similar age. Both of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before going into a in depth comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Z7 II grades vs the G100 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G100 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DC-G100. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Panasonic G100 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Panasonic G100
Z7 II | G100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 1840k | Crisper screen (+260k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G100 over the Nikon Z7 II
G100 | Z7 II | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Panasonic G100
Z7 II | G100 | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Revealed | October 2020 | June 2020 | Same age | |
Focus manually | More exact focusing | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G100 Physical Comparison
When you are going to travel with your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z7 II has got outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Panasonic G100 has dimensions of 116mm x 83mm x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") with a weight of 352 grams (0.78 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G100 in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you are employing at the time. The following is a front view sizing comparison of the Z7 II versus the G100.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and G100 is 61 and 81 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G100 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is hard to visualize the contrast in sensor dimensions purely by viewing technical specs. The image here might offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z7 II and G100.
As you have seen, both cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z7 II due to its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 II will render greater detail due to its extra 26 Megapixels. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G100 Screen and ViewFinder
Photography Type Scores
Portrait Comparison
Street Comparison
Sports Comparison
Travel Comparison
Landscape Comparison
Vlogging Comparison
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic G100 Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 | |
---|---|---|
General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DC-G100 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2020-10-14 | 2020-06-24 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 25600 | 25600 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Min boosted ISO | 32 | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Autofocus single | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect autofocus | ||
Contract detect autofocus | ||
Phase detect autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Total lenses | 15 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 2,100k dots | 1,840k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 3,680k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.73x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/500s |
Highest quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000s |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.60 m (at ISO 100) |
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, auto w/redeye reduction, on, on w/redeye redduction, slow sync, slow sync w/redeye reduction, off |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Highest flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 1920 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 25p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC3840 x 1920 @ 24p / 100 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 120p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 50p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 30p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 25p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 24p / 28 Mbps, MOV, H.264, AAC |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x1920 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
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 | 705 gr (1.55 pounds) | 352 gr (0.78 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 116 x 83 x 54mm (4.6" x 3.3" x 2.1") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 420 photos | 270 photos |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-I supported) |
Card slots | 2 | Single |
Retail cost | $2,997 | $698 |