Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FS42
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FS42 Key Specs
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- 46MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 64 - 25600 (Raise 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
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- 10MP - 1/2.5" Sensor
- 2.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1000 (Push to 6400)
- 640 x 480 video
- 33-132mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 132g - 98 x 55 x 22mm
- Launched April 2009
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FS42 Overview
Following is a thorough analysis of the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic FS42, former is a Pro Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference between the resolutions of the Z7 II (46MP) and FS42 (10MP) and the Z7 II (Full frame) and FS42 (1/2.5") provide totally different sensor dimensions.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z7 II was manufactured 11 years after the FS42 which is quite a significant difference as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z7 II being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FS42 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before diving into a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Z7 II matches up against the FS42 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FS42 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z7 Mark II & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z7 II Gallery & Panasonic FS42 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z7 II over the Panasonic FS42
Z7 II | FS42 | |||
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Launched | October 2020 | April 2009 | More modern by 140 months | |
Focus manually | Dial exact focusing | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.7") | |
Screen resolution | 2100k | 230k | Clearer screen (+1870k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FS42 over the Nikon Z7 II
FS42 | Z7 II |
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Common features in the Nikon Z7 II and Panasonic FS42
Z7 II | FS42 | |||
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Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FS42 Physical Comparison
For anybody who is planning to carry around your camera regularly, you will need to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z7 II enjoys outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 705 grams (1.55 lbs) while the Panasonic FS42 has measurements of 98mm x 55mm x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") having a weight of 132 grams (0.29 lbs).
Look at the Nikon Z7 II versus Panasonic FS42 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are using at that moment. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Z7 II and the FS42.
Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z7 II and FS42 is 61 and 95 respectively.
Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FS42 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, it is very hard to see the difference between sensor sizes simply by reading through technical specs. The image below will provide you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z7 II and FS42.
As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z7 II because of its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z7 II will resolve extra detail due to its extra 36 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The newer Z7 II is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon Z7 II vs Panasonic FS42 Specifications
Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z7 Mark II | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FS42 |
Class | Pro Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Launched | 2020-10-14 | 2009-04-17 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CCD |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.5" |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 5.744 x 4.308mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 24.7mm² |
Sensor resolution | 46MP | 10MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 5:4, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 8256 x 5504 | 3648 x 2736 |
Maximum native ISO | 25600 | 1000 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 64 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Min enhanced ISO | 32 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 493 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 33-132mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focus distance | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 6.3 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3.2" | 2.5" |
Resolution of display | 2,100 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/2000s |
Continuous shutter rate | 10.0 frames per sec | 2.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 6.30 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 | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 60p / 144 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 848 x 480 (30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps), 320 x 240 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 640x480 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
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 | 705 grams (1.55 pounds) | 132 grams (0.29 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 98 x 55 x 22mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.9") |
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 shots | - |
Battery type | Battery Pack | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | CFexpress (Type B), XQD, SD (UHS-II) | SD/SDHC card, Internal |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Retail price | $2,997 | $580 |