Panasonic Lumix S1 IIE vs Nikon Z6 III
Panasonic Lumix S1 IIE has the edge on paper, but the right choice depends on what you shoot. The Lumix S1 IIE is the better pick for travel, portraits; the Z6 III is better for wildlife, sports, astrophotography.
Choose the Lumix S1 IIE for
- faster bursts (30fps vs 20fps)
- more lenses in our database (64 vs 54)
- a newer design (2025)
Choose the Z6 III for
- more resolution (24.5MP vs 24.2MP)
- a lighter body (760g vs 800g)
- a lower price (from £1,489)
Specs side by side
| Spec | Lumix S1 IIE | Z6 III |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor | Full frame, 24.2MP | Full frame, 24.5MP |
| Mount | L-Mount (Lumix S, Leica SL) | Nikon Z |
| Released | 2025 | 2024 |
| Burst | 30 fps | 20 fps |
| Readout | — | ≈14 ms |
| Max ISO | 51,200 | 64,000 |
| Stabilisation | In-body | In-body |
| Video | 6K 30p | 6K 60p RAW |
| Weather sealed | Yes | Yes |
| Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
| Weight | 800 g | 760 g |
| Battery | Panasonic DMW-BLK22 | Nikon EN-EL15c |
| Card slots | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) | CFexpress B + SD (UHS-II) |
| New price | £1,899 | £1,899 |
| Used at MPB | £1,609–1,649 | £1,489–1,539 |
| Native lenses in our database | 64 (39 third-party) | 54 (31 third-party) |
Which is better for…
| Use | Better choice |
|---|---|
| Beginner-friendly | About equal |
| Everyday & travel | Lumix S1 IIE |
| Portraits | Lumix S1 IIE |
| Landscape | About equal |
| Wildlife & animals | Z6 III |
| Sports & action | Z6 III |
| Astrophotography | Z6 III |
| Vlogging & video | About equal |
| Vintage / film look | About equal |
Based on the specs that matter most for each type of photography: burst and readout for action, resolution for landscapes, sensor size and low light for portraits and astro, video and weight for vlogging.
Lenses and running costs
The Lumix S1 IIE uses L-Mount (64 lenses in our database, 39 third-party) and the Z6 III uses Nikon Z (54 lenses, 31 third-party). Batteries: Panasonic DMW-BLK22 vs Nikon EN-EL15c (about £51).
Lumix S1 IIE compatible lenses → · Z6 III compatible lenses → ·
Frequently asked questions
Is the Panasonic Lumix S1 IIE better than the Nikon Z6 III?
It depends on your priorities. The Lumix S1 IIE offers faster bursts (30fps vs 20fps), more lenses in our database (64 vs 54), a newer design (2025); the Z6 III offers more resolution (24.5MP vs 24.2MP), a lighter body (760g vs 800g), a lower price (from £1,489).
Which is better for video, the Lumix S1 IIE or the Z6 III?
They are closely matched for video (6K 30p vs 6K 60p RAW); stabilisation and lens choice will decide it.
Which is cheaper, the Lumix S1 IIE or the Z6 III?
The Lumix S1 IIE costs £1,899 new and from £1,609 used at MPB; the Z6 III costs £1,899 new and from £1,489 used (checked 5 November 2026).
Can I use Panasonic Lumix S1 IIE lenses on the Z6 III?
Not directly. The Lumix S1 IIE uses L-Mount and the Z6 III uses Nikon Z; switching usually means new lenses or an adapter where one exists.