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Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G2

Portability
55
Imaging
83
Features
83
Overall
83
Nikon Z8 front
 
Panasonic Lumix DMC-G2 front
Portability
72
Imaging
47
Features
60
Overall
52

Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G2 Key Specs

Nikon Z8
(Full Review)
  • 46MP - Full frame Sensor
  • 3.20" Tilting Display
  • ISO 64 - 25600 (Boost to 102400)
  • Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
  • 7680 x 4320 video
  • Nikon Z Mount
  • 910g - 144 x 119 x 83mm
  • Introduced May 2023
Panasonic G2
(Full Review)
  • 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
  • 3" Fully Articulated Screen
  • ISO 100 - 6400
  • 1280 x 720 video
  • Micro Four Thirds Mount
  • 428g - 124 x 84 x 74mm
  • Launched July 2010
  • Succeeded the Panasonic G1
  • Refreshed by Panasonic G3
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Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G2 Overview

Here is a in depth review of the Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G2, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference among the image resolutions of the Z8 (46MP) and G2 (12MP) and the Z8 (Full frame) and G2 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor size.

Photography Glossary

The Z8 was brought out 13 years later than the G2 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of the cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving straight into a complete comparison, below is a concise summation of how the Z8 grades against the G2 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

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Reasons to pick Nikon Z8 over the Panasonic G2

 Z8 G2 
LaunchedMay 2023July 2010Fresher by 157 months
Screen dimension3.20"3"Bigger screen (+0.2")
Screen resolution2089k460kClearer screen (+1629k dot)

Reasons to pick Panasonic G2 over the Nikon Z8

 G2 Z8 
Screen typeFully ArticulatedTiltingFully Articulating screen
Selfie screen Easy selfies

Common features in the Nikon Z8 and Panasonic G2

 Z8 G2 
Manual focus Dial precise focusing
Touch friendly screen Quickly navigate

Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G2 Physical Comparison

For those who are aiming to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor in its weight and volume. The Nikon Z8 has got physical measurements of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") along with a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G2 has sizing of 124mm x 84mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.9") and a weight of 428 grams (0.94 lbs).

See the Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G2 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool. Camera Size Comparison with Lenses

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view measurements comparison of the Z8 compared to the G2.

Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G2 size comparison

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the Z8 and G2 is 55 and 72 respectively.

Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G2 top view buttons comparison

Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G2 Sensor Comparison

Oftentimes, it is very difficult to see the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through specs. The graphic here should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor sizing in the Z8 and G2.

All in all, both cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z8 due to its bigger sensor will make achieving shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z8 will show extra detail having its extra 34MP. Higher resolution can also let you crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The newer Z8 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.

Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G2 sensor size comparison

Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G2 Screen and ViewFinder

Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G2 Screen and Viewfinder comparison
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Photography Type Scores

Portrait Comparison

Portrait photography with Nikon Z8
Portrait photography with Panasonic G2
89
you can focus manually
resolution is great (46 megapixels)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
offers face detect focusing
delivers RAW files
60
focusing manually
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
supports face detection autofocus
saves RAW formats
low MP (12 megapixels)
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Street Comparison

Nikon Z8 Street photography advice
Panasonic G2 Street photography advice
72
tilting screen
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
delivers RAW files
supports focus by touch
weather sealing
very good high ISO (25,600)
more heavy than competitors in class (910g)
65
screen can move to multiple angles
nice sensor size (Four Thirds)
saves RAW formats
features focus via touch
does not have image stabilization
heavier than average (428g)
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Sports Comparison

Nikon Z8 as a Sports photography camera
Panasonic G2 as a Sports photography camera
81
quiet shutter (1/32,000s)
high frames per second (30.0 frames/s)
has image stabilization (Sensor based 5-axis)
resolution is great (46MP)
sensor size is big (Full frame)
offers tracking focus
weather sealing
supports phase detect AF
low max shutter speed