Nikon Z Z8 Black 2023
Nikon
96 Overall Score
vs
Panasonic Lumix GH GH6 Black 2022
Panasonic
85 Overall Score
Scores
Beginner
Video
Wedding Events
Sports Wildlife
Photography
Youtube
Product Photography
Travel
Streaming
Vlogging
Specifications
| Nikon Z Z8 | Panasonic Lumix GH GH6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Type | Stacked CMOS | MOS |
| Size | full-frame | micro-four-thirds |
| Megapixels | 45.70000076293945 MP★ | 25 MP |
| ISO Range | 64★ | 100 |
| Processor | EXPEED 7 | Venus Engine |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | ||
| AF Type | Photo, VideoPhase Detection: 493 | Photo, VideoContrast Detection: 315 |
| Eye AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Animal AF | ✓ | ✓ |
| Subject Detection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Shooting | ||
| Burst (Mechanical) | 30 fps★ | 14 fps |
| Burst (Electronic) | 120 fps★ | 75 fps |
| Max Shutter | 1/32000 | 1/2000 |
| Electronic Shutter | ✓ | ✓ |
| Video | ||
| Max Resolution | 8K★ | 4K |
| 4K FPS | 120 fps | 120 fps |
| 1080p FPS | 120 fps | 300 fps★ |
| 10-bit | ✓ | ✓ |
| Log Profile | ✓ | ✓ |
| RAW Video | ✓ | ✓ |
| Codec | N-RAW, ProRes RAW | Apple ProRes 422 HQ, Apple ProRes 422 |
| Display & EVF | ||
| Screen Size | 3.2"★ | 3" |
| Touchscreen | ✓ | ✓ |
| Articulating | ✓ | ✓ |
| EVF Resolution | 3.7M dots★ | 3.7M dots |
| Build | ||
| Weather Sealed | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.82 kg | 0.74 kg★ |
| Battery Life | 340 shots | 350 shots★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wi-Fi | ✓ | ✓ |
| Bluetooth | ✓ | ✓ |
| USB | USB-C | USB-C |
| HDMI | HDMI Output | HDMI |
| Hot Shoe | ✓ | ✓ |
Pros & Cons
Nikon Z Z8 Black 2023
- Strong video (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong social proof (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong burst (96th percentile)96th %ile
Panasonic Lumix GH GH6 Black 2022
- Strong build (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong stabilization (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong video (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong connectivity (95th percentile)95th %ile
- Below average user sentiment (7th percentile)7th %ile
Pricing
Nikon Z Z8 Black 20230.071score per dollar
vs
Panasonic Lumix GH GH6 Black 20220.091score per dollar
Panasonic Lumix GH GH6 Black 2022 offers 1.3x better value for money
Verdict
Winner: Nikon Z Z8
Scores 96 overall, wins 10 of 10 usage categories and 8 of 33 specs.
