Nikon Z8 vs Panasonic G6

On this page, we are contrasting the Nikon Z8 and Panasonic G6, one being a Pro Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a big difference among the resolutions of the Z8 (46MP) and G6 (16MP) and the Z8 (Full frame) and G6 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z8 was manufactured 10 years later than the G6 and that is a fairly big gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Z8 matches up versus the G6 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z8 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G6. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z8 Gallery and Panasonic G6 Gallery.

When you are intending to carry your camera regularly, you're going to have to take into account its weight and size. The Nikon Z8 comes with physical measurements of 144mm x 119mm x 83mm (5.7" x 4.7" x 3.3") having a weight of 910 grams (2.01 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G6 has specifications of 122mm x 85mm x 71mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.8") along with a weight of 390 grams (0.86 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z8 and Panasonic G6 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you use at that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Z8 and the G6.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z8 and G6 is 55 and 74 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to visualise the gap in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The photograph below should provide you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z8 and G6.

As you can tell, both of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z8 because of its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z8 will produce extra detail due to its extra 30 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also make it easier to crop photos more aggressively. The more recent Z8 is going to have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.