Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FH8
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FH8 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Bump 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
- Previous Model is Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
- 16MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 24-120mm (F2.5-6.4) lens
- 123g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Introduced January 2012
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FH8 Overview
Here is a extended assessment of the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic FH8, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a significant difference between the image resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and FH8 (16MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and FH8 (1/2.3") boast totally different sensor measurements.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z7 II was revealed 8 years later than the FH8 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FH8 being a Compact camera.
Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Z7 II grades versus the FH8 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FH8 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z7 Mark II and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z7 II Gallery and Panasonic FH8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Panasonic FH8
Z7 II | FH8 | |||
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Introduced | October 2020 | January 2012 | Fresher by 107 months | |
Manually focus | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 230k | Sharper screen (+1870k dot) | |
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FH8 over the Nikon Z7 II
FH8 | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Panasonic FH8
Z7 II | FH8 | |||
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Selfie screen | No selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FH8 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry your camera regularly, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 II has physical dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) and the Panasonic FH8 has sizing of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") along with a weight of 123 grams (0.27 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic FH8 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilising at the time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Z7 II compared to the FH8.
Factoring in size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and FH8 is 61 and 96 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FH8 Sensor Comparison
Usually, it is very hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by checking specs. The photograph below will help provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z7 II and FH8.
All in all, both of those cameras come with different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z7 II using its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z7 II will give more detail because of its extra 30MP. Higher resolution will allow you to crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Z7 II will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FH8 Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FH8 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Introduced | 2020-10-14 | 2012-01-09 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Min native ISO | 64 | 100 |
RAW format | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 24-120mm (5.0x) |
Max aperture | - | f/2.5-6.4 |
Macro focus distance | - | 4cm |
Number of lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen sizing | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Screen resolution | 2,100 thousand dot | 230 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30s | 8s |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1600s |
Continuous shutter speed | 10.0 frames per sec | 1.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.60 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 reduction |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 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 | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4 |
Mic 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 proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705 grams (1.55 pounds) | 123 grams (0.27 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall 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 photographs | 260 photographs |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Launch cost | $2,997 | $149 |