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Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic GH3

The Nikon Z6 and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3 are two enthusiast cameras that were revealed to the public, respectively, in August 2018 and September 2012. Both the Z6 and the GH3 are mirrorless interchangeable lens cameras that are based on a full frame (Z6) and a Four Thirds (GH3) sensor. The Nikon has a resolution of 24.3 megapixels, whereas the Panasonic provides 15.9 MP.

Below is an overview of the main specs of the two cameras as a starting point for the comparison.

Headline Specifications
Nikon Z6
versus
Panasonic GH3
Nikon Z6   Panasonic GH3
Mirrorless system camera Mirrorless system camera
Nikon Z mount lenses Micro Four Thirds lenses
24.3 MP – Full Frame sensor 15.9 MP – Four Thirds sensor
4K/30p Video 1080/60p Video
ISO 100-51,200 (50 - 204,800) ISO 200-12,800 (125 - 25,600)
Electronic viewfinder (3690k dots) Electronic viewfinder (1746k dots)
3.2" LCD – 2100k dots 3.0" LCD – 614k dots
Tilting touchscreen Swivel touchscreen
12 shutter flaps per second 6 shutter flaps per second
In-body stabilizationLens stabilization only
Weathersealed bodyWeathersealed body
310 shots per battery charge540 shots per battery charge
134 x 101 x 67 mm, 675 g 133 x 93 x 82 mm, 550 g
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Going beyond this snapshot of core features and characteristics, what are the differences between the Nikon Z6 and the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3? Which one should you buy? Read on to find out how these two cameras compare with respect to their body size, their imaging sensors, their shooting features, their input-output connections, and their reception by expert reviewers.

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Body comparison

The physical size and weight of the Nikon Z6 and the Panasonic GH3 are illustrated in the side-by-side display below. The two cameras are presented according to their relative size. Three consecutive perspectives from the front, the top, and the back are available. All width, height and depth dimensions are rounded to the nearest millimeter.

Size Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic GH3
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Comparison Z6 or GH3 rear

If the front view area (width x height) of the cameras is taken as an aggregate measure of their size, the Panasonic GH3 is notably smaller (9 percent) than the Nikon Z6. Moreover, the GH3 is markedly lighter (19 percent) than the Z6. In this context, it is worth noting that both cameras are splash and dust-proof and can, hence, be used in inclement weather conditions or harsh environments.

The above size and weight comparisons are to some extent incomplete since they do not consider the interchangeable lenses that both of these cameras require. Hence, you might want to study and compare the specifications of available lenses in order to get the full picture of the size and weight of the two camera systems.

Concerning battery life, the Z6 gets 310 shots out of its Nikon EN-EL15b battery, while the GH3 can take 540 images on a single charge of its Panasonic DMW-BLF19 power pack. The power pack in the Z6 can be charged via the USB port, so that it is not always necessary to take the battery charger along when travelling.

The adjacent table lists the principal physical characteristics of the two cameras alongside a wider set of alternatives. If you want to switch the focus of the display and review another camera pair, you can move across to the CAM-parator tool and choose from the broad selection of possible camera comparisons there.

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Body Specifications
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Nikon Z6 134 mm 101 mm 67 mm 675 g 310 i Aug 2018 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Panasonic GH3 133 mm 93 mm 82 mm 550 g 540 i Sep 2012 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Nikon D750 141 mm 113 mm 78 mm 750 g 1230 i Sep 2014 US$ 2 299ebay.com
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Nikon Z5 134 mm 101 mm 67 mm 675 g 470 i Jul 2020 US$ 1 399ebay.com
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Nikon Z5 II 134 mm 101 mm 72 mm 700 g 330 i Apr 2025 US$ 1 699 amazon.com
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Nikon Z6 II 134 mm 101 mm 70 mm 705 g 410 i Oct 2020 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Nikon Z7 134 mm 101 mm 67 mm 675 g 330 i Aug 2018 US$ 3 399ebay.com
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Nikon Zf 144 mm 103 mm 49 mm 710 g 380 i Sep 2023 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Olympus E-M1 130 mm 94 mm 63 mm 497 g 350 i Sep 2013 US$ 1 399ebay.com
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Olympus E-M5 II 124 mm 85 mm 45 mm 469 g 310 i Feb 2015 US$ 1 099ebay.com
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Panasonic G5 120 mm 83 mm 71 mm 396 g 320 i Jul 2012 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic GH2 124 mm 90 mm 76 mm 442 g 330 i Sep 2010 US$ 899ebay.com
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Panasonic GH4 133 mm 93 mm 84 mm 560 g 500 i Feb 2014 US$ 1 499ebay.com
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Sony A7 II 127 mm 96 mm 60 mm 599 g 350 i Nov 2014 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Sony A7 III 127 mm 96 mm 74 mm 650 g 610 i Feb 2018 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Sony A9 127 mm 96 mm 63 mm 673 g 650 i Apr 2017 US$ 4 499ebay.com
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Sony A9 II 129 mm 96 mm 76 mm 678 g 690 i Oct 2019 US$ 4 499 amazon.com
Note: Measurements and pricing do not include easily detachable parts, such as add-on or interchangeable lenses or optional viewfinders.
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Any camera decision will obviously take relative prices into account. The manufacturer’s suggested retail prices give an idea on the placement of the camera in the maker’s lineup and the broader market. The GH3 was launched at a markedly lower price (by 35 percent) than the Z6, which puts it into a different market segment. Usually, retail prices stay at first close to the launch price, but after several months, discounts become available. Later in the product cycle and, in particular, when the replacement model is about to appear, further discounting and stock clearance sales often push the camera price considerably down. Then, after the new model is out, very good deals can frequently be found on the pre-owned market.

Sensor comparison

The imaging sensor is at the core of digital cameras and its size is one of the main determining factors of image quality. All other things equal, a large sensor will have larger individual pixel-units that offer better low-light sensitivity, wider dynamic range, and richer color-depth than smaller pixels in a sensor of the same technological generation. Further, a large sensor camera will give the photographer additional creative options when using shallow depth-of-field to isolate a subject from its background. On the downside, larger sensors tend to be associated with larger, more expensive camera bodies and lenses.

Of the two cameras under consideration, the Nikon Z6 features a full frame sensor and the Panasonic GH3 a Four Thirds sensor. The sensor area in the GH3 is 74 percent smaller. As a result of these sensor size differences, the cameras have a format factor of, respectively, 1.0 and 2.0. The sensor in the Z6 has a native 3:2 aspect ratio, while the one in the GH3 offers a 4:3 aspect.

Nikon Z6 and Panasonic GH3 sensor measures

With 24.3MP, the Z6 offers a higher resolution than the GH3 (15.9MP), but the Z6 nevertheless has larger individual pixels (pixel pitch of 5.94μm versus 3.76μm for the GH3) due to its larger sensor. Moreover, the Z6 is a much more recent model (by 5 years and 11 months) than the GH3, and its sensor will have benefitted from technological advances during this time that further enhance the light gathering capacity of its pixels.

The resolution advantage of the Nikon Z6 implies greater flexibility for cropping images or the possibility to print larger pictures. The maximum print size of the Z6 for good quality output (200 dots per inch) amounts to 30.2 x 20.1 inches or 76.8 x 51.1 cm, for very good quality (250 dpi) 24.2 x 16.1 inches or 61.4 x 40.9 cm, and for excellent quality (300 dpi) 20.2 x 13.4 inches or 51.2 x 34.1 cm. The corresponding values for the Panasonic GH3 are 23 x 17.3 inches or 58.5 x 43.9 cm for good quality, 18.4 x 13.8 inches or 46.8 x 35.1 cm for very good quality, and 15.4 x 11.5 inches or 39 x 29.3 cm for excellent quality prints.

The Z6 has on-sensor phase detect pixels, which results in fast and reliable autofocus acquisition even during live view operation.

The Nikon Z6 has a native sensitivity range from ISO 100 to ISO 51200, which can be extended to ISO 50-204800. The corresponding ISO settings for the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3 are ISO 200 to ISO 12800, with the possibility to increase the ISO range to 125-25600.

In terms of underlying technology, the Z6 is build around a BSI-CMOS sensor, while the GH3 uses a CMOS imager. Both cameras use a Bayer filter for capturing RGB colors on a square grid of photosensors. This arrangement is found in most digital cameras.

Z6 versus GH3 MP

For many cameras, data on sensor performance has been reported by DXO Mark. This service assesses and scores the color depth ("DXO Portrait"), dynamic range ("DXO Landscape"), and low-light sensitivity ("DXO Sports") of camera sensors, and also publishes an overall camera score. Of the two cameras under review, the Z6 provides substantially higher image quality than the GH3, with an overall score that is 24 points higher. This advantage is based on 2.6 bits higher color depth, 1.9 EV in additional dynamic range, and 2 stops in additional low light sensitivity. The following table provides an overview of the physical sensor characteristics, as well as the sensor quality measurements for a selection of comparators.

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Sensor Characteristics
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Sports
DXO
Overall
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Nikon Z6 Full Frame 24.3 6048 40244K/30p25.314.3329995
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Panasonic GH3 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60p22.712.481271
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Nikon D750 Full Frame 24.2 6016 40161080/60p24.814.5295693
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Nikon Z5 Full Frame 24.2 6016 40164K/30p25.314.3292995
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Nikon Z5 II Full Frame 24.4 6048 40324K/60p25.414.8339897
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Nikon Z6 II Full Frame 24.3 6048 40244K/60p25.014.4330394
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Nikon Z7 Full Frame 45.4 8256 55044K/30p26.314.6266899
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Nikon Zf Full Frame 24.3 6048 40244K/60p25.414.7324396
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Olympus E-M1 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/30p23.012.775773
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Olympus E-M5 II Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60p23.012.584273
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Panasonic G5 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60p21.411.661861
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Panasonic GH2 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34561080/60i21.211.365560
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Panasonic GH4 Four Thirds 15.9 4608 34564K/30p23.212.879174
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Sony A7 II Full Frame 24.0 6000 40001080/60p24.913.6244990
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Sony A7 III Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/30p25.014.7373096
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Sony A9 Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/30p24.913.3351792
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Sony A9 II Full Frame 24.0 6000 40004K/30p25.014.0343493
Note: DXO values in italics represent estimates based on sensor size and age.
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Many modern cameras cannot only take still pictures, but also record videos. The two cameras under consideration both have sensors whose read-out speed is fast enough to capture moving pictures, but the Z6 provides a higher video resolution than the GH3. It can shoot video footage at 4K/30p, while the Panasonic is limited to 1080/60p.

Feature comparison

Apart from body and sensor, cameras can and do differ across a variety of features. The two cameras under consideration are similar with respect to both having an electronic viewfinder. However, the one in the Z6 offers a substantially higher resolution than the one in the GH3 (3690k vs 1746k dots). The adjacent table lists some of the other core features of the Nikon Z6 and Panasonic GH3 along with similar information for a selection of comparators.

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Nikon Z63690 i3.2 / 2100 tilting i 1/8000s 12.0/s i i
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Panasonic GH31746 i3.0 / 614 swivel i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Nikon D750optical i3.2 / 1229 tilting i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Nikon Z53690 i3.2 / 1040 tilting i 1/8000s 4.5/s i i
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Nikon Z5 II3690 i3.2 / 2100 swivel i 1/8000s 14.0/s i i
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Nikon Z6 II3690 i3.2 / 2100 tilting i 1/8000s 14.0/s i i
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Nikon Z73690 i3.2 / 2100 tilting i 1/8000s 9.0/s i i
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Nikon Zf3690 i3.2 / 2100 swivel i 1/8000s 14.0/s i i
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Olympus E-M12360 i3.0 / 1037 tilting i 1/8000s 10.0/s i i
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Olympus E-M5 II2360 i3.0 / 1037 swivel i 1/8000s 10.0/s i i
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Panasonic G51440 i3.0 / 920 swivel i 1/4000s 6.0/s i i
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Panasonic GH21534 i3.0 / 460 swivel i 1/4000s 3.0/s i i
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Panasonic GH42359 i3.0 / 1036 swivel i 1/8000s 12.0/s i i
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Sony A7 II2400 i3.0 / 1230 tilting i 1/8000s 5.0/s i i
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Sony A7 III2359 i3.0 / 922 tilting i 1/8000s 10.0/s i i
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Sony A93686 i3.0 / 1440 tilting i 1/8000s 20.0/s i i
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Sony A9 II3686 i3.0 / 1440 tilting i 1/8000s 20.0/s i i
Note: *) Information refers to the mechanical shutter, unless the camera only has an electronic one.
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One feature that is present on the Z6, but is missing on the GH3 is a top-level LCD. While being, of course, smaller than the rear screen, the control panel conveys some of the essential shooting information and can be convenient for quick and easy settings verification.

The GH3 has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing. This characteristic will be appreciated by vloggers and photographers who are interested in taking selfies. In contrast, the Z6 does not have a selfie-screen.

The reported shutter speed information refers to the use of the mechanical shutter. Yet, some cameras only have an electronic shutter, while others have an electronic shutter in addition to a mechanical one. In fact, both cameras under consideration feature an electronic shutter, which makes completely silent shooting possible. However, this mode is less suitable for photographing moving objects (risk of rolling shutter) or shooting under artificial light sources (risk of flickering).

The Nikon Z6 and the Panasonic GH3 both have an intervalometer built-in. This enables the photographer to capture time lapse sequences, such as flower blooming, a sunset or moon rise, without purchasing an external camera trigger and related software.

The Z6 writes its imaging data to XQD cards, while the GH3 uses SDXC cards.

Connectivity comparison

For some imaging applications, the extent to which a camera can communicate with its environment can be an important aspect in the camera decision process. The table below provides an overview of the connectivity of the Nikon Z6 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3 and, in particular, the interfaces the cameras (and selected comparators) provide for accessory control and data transfer.

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Input-Output Connections
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Nikon Z6istereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
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Panasonic GH3istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon D750istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Nikon Z5istereo / monoiimicro3.2iii
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Nikon Z5 IIistereo / monoiimicro3.2iii
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Nikon Z6 IIistereo / monoiimicro3.2iii
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Nikon Z7istereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
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Nikon Zfistereo / monoiimicro3.2iii
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Olympus E-M1istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Olympus E-M5 IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Panasonic G5istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic GH2istereo / monoiimini2.0iii
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Panasonic GH4istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony A7 IIistereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony A7 IIIistereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
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Sony A9istereo / monoiimicro2.0iii
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Sony A9 IIistereo / monoiimicro3.1iii
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Studio photographers will appreciate that the Panasonic GH3 (unlike the Z6) features a PC Sync socket, so that professional strobe lights can be controlled by the camera.

Both the Z6 and the GH3 have been discontinued, but can regularly be found used on ebay. The GH3 was replaced by the Panasonic GH4, while the Z6 was followed by the Nikon Z6 II. Further information on the features and operation of the Z6 and GH3 can be found, respectively, in the Nikon Z6 Manual (free pdf) or the online Panasonic GH3 Manual.

Review summary

So what conclusions can be drawn? Is there a clear favorite between the Nikon Z6 and the Panasonic GH3? Which camera is better? The listing below highlights the relative strengths of the two models.

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Advantages of the Nikon Z6:

  • More detail: Offers more megapixels (24.3 vs 15.9MP) with a 26% higher linear resolution.
  • Better image quality: Scores substantially higher (24 points) in the DXO overall assessment.
  • Richer colors: Generates images with noticeably better colors (2.6 bits more color depth).
  • More dynamic range: Captures a larger spectrum of light and dark details (1.9 EV of extra DR).
  • Better low-light sensitivity: Requires less light for good images (2 stops ISO advantage).
  • Better video: Provides higher definition movie capture (4K/30p vs 1080/60p).
  • Better live-view autofocus: Features on-sensor phase-detection for more confident autofocus.
  • More detailed viewfinder: Has higher resolution electronic viewfinder (3690k vs 1746k dots).
  • Larger viewfinder image: Features a viewfinder with a higher magnification (0.80x vs 0.67x).
  • Easier setting verification: Features an LCD display on top to control shooting parameters.
  • Larger screen: Has a bigger rear LCD (3.2" vs 3.0") for image review and settings control.
  • More detailed LCD: Has a higher resolution rear screen (2100k vs 614k dots).
  • Faster shutter: Has higher mechanical shutter speed (1/8000s vs 1/4000s) to freeze action.
  • Faster burst: Shoots at higher frequency (12 vs 6 flaps/sec) to capture the decisive moment.
  • Easier travel charging: Can be conveniently charged via its USB port.
  • Sharper images: Has hand-shake reducing image stabilization built-in.
  • Faster data transfer: Supports a more advanced USB protocol (3.1 vs 2.0).
  • Easier wireless transfer: Supports Bluetooth for image sharing without cables.
  • More modern: Reflects 5 years and 11 months of technical progress since the GH3 launch.

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Arguments in favor of the Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3:

  • More flexible LCD: Has a swivel screen for odd-angle shots in portrait or landscape orientation.
  • More selfie-friendly: Has an articulated screen that can be turned to be front-facing.
  • Less heavy: Has a lower weight (by 125g or 19 percent) and is thus easier to take along.
  • Longer lasting: Gets more shots (540 versus 310) out of a single battery charge.
  • Easier fill-in: Has a small integrated flash to brighten shadows of backlit subjects.
  • Better studio light control: Has a PC Sync socket to connect to professional strobe lights.
  • More affordable: Was introduced into a lower priced category (35 percent cheaper at launch).
  • More heavily discounted: Has been around for much longer (launched in September 2012).

If the number of relative strengths (bullet points above) is taken as a guide, the Z6 is the clear winner of the match-up (19 : 8 points). However, the relative importance of the various individual camera aspects will vary according to personal preferences and needs, so that you might like to apply corresponding weights to the particular features before making a decision on a new camera. A professional wildlife photographer will view the differences between cameras in a way that diverges from the perspective of a family photog, and a person interested in architecture has distinct needs from a sports shooter. Hence, the decision which camera is best and worth buying is often a very personal one.

Z6 19:08 GH3

How about other alternatives? Do the specifications of the Nikon Z6 and the Panasonic GH3 place the cameras among the top in their class? Find out in the latest Best Mirrorless Interchangeable Lens Camera listing whether the two cameras rank among the cream of the crop.

In any case, while the specs-based evaluation of cameras can be instructive in revealing their potential as photographic tools, it remains partial and cannot reveal, for example, the shooting experience and imaging performance when actually working with the Z6 or the GH3. User reviews, such as those found at amazon, can sometimes inform about these issues, but such feedback is often incomplete, inconsistent, and biased.

Expert reviews

This is where reviews by experts come in. The table below provides a synthesis of the camera assessments of some of the best known photo-gear review sites (amateurphotographer [AP], cameralabs [CL], digitalcameraworld [DCW], dpreview [DPR], ephotozine [EPZ], photographyblog [PB]). As can be seen, the professional reviewers agree in many cases on the quality of different cameras, but sometimes their assessments diverge, reinforcing the earlier point that a camera decision is often a very personal choice.

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Nikon Z65/5..5/589/1004.5/55/5 Aug 2018 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Panasonic GH35/5+ +..79/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2012 US$ 1 299ebay.com
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Nikon D7505/5+ +4/590/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2014 US$ 2 299ebay.com
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Nikon Z54/5..4/589/1004.5/54/5 Jul 2020 US$ 1 399ebay.com
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Nikon Z5 II............ Apr 2025 US$ 1 699 amazon.com
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Nikon Z6 II4.5/5..4/589/1004.5/54.5/5 Oct 2020 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Nikon Z75/5+4.8/589/1004.5/55/5 Aug 2018 US$ 3 399ebay.com
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Nikon Zf4.5/5..4.5/590/1004.5/55/5 Sep 2023 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Olympus E-M15/5+ +..84/1004.5/54.5/5 Sep 2013 US$ 1 399ebay.com
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Olympus E-M5 II5/5+ +4.5/581/1005/55/5 Feb 2015 US$ 1 099ebay.com
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Panasonic G53/5+ +....4.5/54.5/5 Jul 2012 US$ 599ebay.com
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Panasonic GH25/5+ +..79/1004.5/55/5 Sep 2010 US$ 899ebay.com
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Panasonic GH45/5+ +..85/1005/55/5 Feb 2014 US$ 1 499ebay.com
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Sony A7 II5/5+4/582/1004.5/55/5 Nov 2014 US$ 1 999ebay.com
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Sony A7 III..+ +4.5/589/1005/55/5 Feb 2018 US$ 1 999 amazon.com
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Sony A95/5+ +4.8/589/1005/55/5 Apr 2017 US$ 4 499ebay.com
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Sony A9 II....5/590/1005/55/5 Oct 2019 US$ 4 499 amazon.com
Note: (+ +) highly recommended; (+) recommended; (o) reviewed; (..) not available.
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Care should be taken when interpreting the review scores above, though. The ratings were established in reference to similarly priced cameras that were available in the market at the time of the review. Hence, a score should always be seen in the context of the camera's market launch date and its price, and comparing ratings of very distinct cameras or ones that are far apart in terms of their release date have little meaning. Also, kindly note that some of the listed sites have over time developped their review approaches and their reporting style.

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Specifications: Nikon Z6 vs Panasonic GH3

Below is a side-by-side comparison of the specs of the two cameras to facilitate a quick review of their differences and common features.

Camera Specifications
Camera Model Nikon Z6 Panasonic GH3
Camera Type Mirrorless system camera Mirrorless system camera
Camera Lens Nikon Z mount lenses Micro Four Thirds lenses
Launch Date August 2018 September 2012
Launch Price USD 1,999 USD 1,299
Sensor Specs Nikon Z6 Panasonic GH3
Sensor Technology BSI-CMOS CMOS
Sensor Format Full Frame Sensor Four Thirds Sensor
Sensor Size 35.9 x 23.9 mm 17.3 x 13.0 mm
Sensor Area 858.01 mm2 224.9 mm2
Sensor Diagonal 43.1 mm 21.6 mm
Crop Factor 1.0x 2.0x
Sensor Resolution 24.3 Megapixels 15.9 Megapixels
Image Resolution 6048 x 4024 pixels 4608 x 3456 pixels
Pixel Pitch 5.94 μm 3.76 μm
Pixel Density 2.84 MP/cm2 7.08 MP/cm2
Moiré control Anti-Alias filter Anti-Alias filter
Movie Capability 4K/30p Video 1080/60p Video
ISO Setting 100 - 51,200 ISO 200 - 12,800 ISO
ISO Boost 50 - 204,800 ISO 125 - 25,600 ISO
Image Processor EXPEED 6 Venus VII FHD
DXO Sensor Quality (score) 95 71
DXO Color Depth (bits) 25.3 22.7
DXO Dynamic Range (EV) 14.3 12.4
DXO Low Light (ISO) 3299 812
Screen Specs Nikon Z6 Panasonic GH3
Viewfinder Type Electronic viewfinder Electronic viewfinder
Viewfinder Field of View 100% 100%
Viewfinder Magnification 0.80x 0.67x
Viewfinder Resolution 3690k dots 1746k dots
Top-Level Screen Control Panel no Top Display
LCD Framing Live View Live View
Rear LCD Size 3.2inch 3.0inch
LCD Resolution 2100k dots 614k dots
LCD Attachment Tilting screen Swivel screen
Touch Input Touchscreen Touchscreen
Shooting Specs Nikon Z6 Panasonic GH3
Focus System On-Sensor Phase-detect Contrast-detect AF
Manual Focusing AidFocus Peakingno Peaking Feature
Continuous Shooting 12 shutter flaps/s 6 shutter flaps/s
Electronic Shutterup to 1/8000sYES
Time-Lapse PhotographyIntervalometer built-inIntervalometer built-in
Image StabilizationIn-body stabilizationLens stabilization only
Fill Flash no On-Board Flash Built-in Flash
Storage Medium XQD cards SDXC cards
Single or Dual Card Slots Single card slot Single card slot
Connectivity Specs Nikon Z6 Panasonic GH3
External Flash Hotshoe Hotshoe
Studio Flash no PC Sync PC Sync socket
USB Connector USB 3.1 USB 2.0
HDMI Port micro HDMI mini HDMI
Microphone Port External MIC port External MIC port
Headphone Socket Headphone port Headphone port
Wifi Support Wifi built-in Wifi built-in
Bluetooth Support Bluetooth built-in no Bluetooth
Body Specs Nikon Z6 Panasonic GH3
Environmental SealingWeathersealed bodyWeathersealed body
Battery Type Nikon EN-EL15b Panasonic DMW-BLF19
Battery Life (CIPA)310 shots per charge540 shots per charge
In-Camera Charging USB charging no USB charging
Body Dimensions 134 x 101 x 67 mm
(5.3 x 4.0 x 2.6 in)
133 x 93 x 82 mm
(5.2 x 3.7 x 3.2 in)
Camera Weight 675 g (23.8 oz) 550 g (19.4 oz)
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