How To Choose Between Them
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Camera Comparison
Nikon
Nikon Z6III vs Nikon Z6II
Short AnswerThe Nikon Z6III and Nikon Z6II split the spec sheet evenly, so the right pick depends on what you shoot.
By Jennifer K. Telfer · Updated · 1 Min Read
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Winner By Photographic Discipline
ResolutionTie
Image StabilizationNikon Z6III
Autofocus PointsTie
Battery LifeNikon Z6III
WeightNikon Z6II
Launch PriceNikon Z6II
Key Technical Performance Deltas
Resolution (MP)
A24.5
B24.5
Stabilization (Stops)
A8
B5
Battery (Shots)
A360
B340
Weight (g, Lower Is Lighter)
A760
B705
AF Points
A273
B273
Form Factor
138.5 × 101.5 × 74 mm
134 × 100.5 × 69.5 mm
Reasons To Choose Each
Choose Nikon Z6III If…
- Higher image stabilization (8 stops vs 5 stops)
- Higher battery life (360 shots vs 340 shots)
Choose Nikon Z6II If…
- Lighter body (705 g vs 760 g)
- Costs less at launch ($1999.95 vs $2499.95)
Comprehensive Specification Table
| Spec | Nikon Z6III | Nikon Z6II |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | ||
| Format | Full Frame | Full Frame |
| Megapixels | 24.5 MP | 24.5 MP |
| Sensor Type | Partially stacked CMOS | BSI CMOS |
| Max Native ISO | 64000 | 51200 |
| Stabilization | 8 Stops | 5 Stops |
| Autofocus | ||
| AF Points | 273 | 273 |
| Low-Light AF | -10 EV | -6 EV |
| Speed | ||
| Mechanical Burst | 14 fps | 14 fps |
| Electronic Burst | 20 fps | — |
| Fastest Mechanical Shutter | 1/8000 | 1/8000 |
| Fastest Electronic Shutter | 1/16000 | — |
| Viewfinder & Screen | ||
| Viewfinder | EVF | EVF |
| EVF Resolution | 5.76M | 3.69M |
| LCD Size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
| LCD Type | Vari-angle | Tilting |
| Video | ||
| Best Video | 5.4K 60p | 4K 60p |
| Internal Color | 10-bit 4:2:2 | 8-bit 4:2:0 |
| Log Profile | N-Log | N-Log |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 760 g | 705 g |
| Card Slots | 2 | 2 |
| Battery (CIPA) | 360 Shots | 340 Shots |
| Weather Sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Launch Price | 2499.95 | 1999.95 |
Amber marks the stronger value. Figures are manufacturer specifications.