Nikon Z fc vs Nikon Z50

Lets examine more closely at the Nikon Z fc versus Nikon Z50, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras and they are both offered by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Z fc (21MP) and the Z50 (21MP) is very well matched and they possess the same exact sensor size (APS-C).

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The Z fc was announced 21 months after the Z50 making the cameras a generation away from one another. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going through a detailed comparison, below is a simple summation of how the Z fc grades against the Z50 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z fc and Nikon Z50. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z fc Gallery and Nikon Z50 Gallery.

When you are looking to travel with your camera frequently, you will want to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z fc features outer dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Nikon Z50 has proportions of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") having a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you are utilizing at that time. The following is the front view measurement comparison of the Z fc versus the Z50.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z fc and Z50 is 79 and 74 respectively.

Sometimes, its difficult to visualize the contrast between sensor dimensions purely by checking technical specs. The picture below should offer you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z fc and Z50.

As you have seen, both of the cameras enjoy the same exact sensor sizing and the same resolution and you should expect similar quality of pictures but you really should consider the production date of the products into consideration. The more recent Z fc provides a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.