Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FP8
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FP8 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
- Launched October 2020
- Succeeded the Nikon Z7
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 2.7" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1280 x 720 video
- 28-128mm (F3.3-5.9) lens
- 151g - 96 x 60 x 20mm
- Launched July 2009
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FP8 Overview
Here, we are reviewing the Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FP8, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the other is a Ultracompact by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and FP8 (12MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and FP8 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizing.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Z7 II was released 11 years after the FP8 which is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FP8 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Z7 II grades against the FP8 for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FP8 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Panasonic FP8 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Panasonic FP8
Z7 II | FP8 | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | July 2009 | Newer by 137 months | |
Manual focus | More precise focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3.2" | 2.7" | Larger display (+0.5") | |
Display resolution | 2100k | 230k | Clearer display (+1870k dot) | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FP8 over the Nikon Z7 II
FP8 | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Panasonic FP8
Z7 II | FP8 | |||
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Selfie screen | Neither features selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FP8 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to travel with your camera, you'll have to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon Z7 II enjoys outside dimensions 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 FP8 has sizing of 96mm x 60mm x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") and a weight of 151 grams (0.33 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FP8 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have attached at that moment. The following is a front view size comparison of the Z7 II against the FP8.
Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z7 II and FP8 is 61 and 95 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FP8 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it can be difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions only by reading through technical specs. The picture underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 II and FP8.
As you have seen, each of these cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z7 II due to its larger sensor is going to make achieving bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z7 II will give greater detail as a result of its extra 34MP. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop images a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Z7 II provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FP8 Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP8 |
Category | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2020-10-14 | 2009-07-27 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | - | Venus Engine V |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.08 x 4.56mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 27.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 4000 x 3000 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 6400 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | 11 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 28-128mm (4.6x) |
Highest aperture | - | f/3.3-5.9 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Number of lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.9 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inch | 2.7 inch |
Screen resolution | 2,100 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/1300 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.50 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 | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 seconds | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1280 x 720 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 705g (1.55 lb) | 151g (0.33 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 96 x 60 x 20mm (3.8" x 2.4" x 0.8") |
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 pictures | - |
Battery style | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Launch price | $2,997 | $300 |