Nikon Z fc vs OM System OM-1
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Nikon Z fc vs OM System OM-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Announced June 2021
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Display
- ISO 200 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 599g - 135 x 92 x 73mm
- Released February 2022

Nikon Z fc vs OM System OM-1 Overview
In this article, we are analyzing the Nikon Z fc vs OM System OM-1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the Z fc (21MP) and the OM System OM-1 (20MP) is fairly comparable but the Z fc (APS-C) and OM System OM-1 (Four Thirds) feature different sensor measurements.

The Z fc was launched 7 months prior to the OM System OM-1 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go through a comprehensive comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Z fc scores versus the OM System OM-1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon Z fc vs OM System OM-1 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z fc and OM System OM-1. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z fc Gallery and OM System OM-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the OM System OM-1
Z fc | OM System OM-1 |
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Reasons to pick OM System OM-1 over the Nikon Z fc
OM System OM-1 | Z fc | |||
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Released | February 2022 | ![]() | June 2021 | More modern by 7 months |
Display resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper display (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Z fc and OM System OM-1
Z fc | OM System OM-1 | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Display type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated display |
Display sizing | 3" | ![]() | 3.00" | Equivalent display measurements |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch friendly display | ![]() | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z fc vs OM System OM-1 Physical Comparison
When you are looking to carry around your camera often, you're going to have to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z fc provides external measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the OM System OM-1 has proportions of 135mm x 92mm x 73mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.9") accompanied by a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).
Look at the Nikon Z fc vs OM System OM-1 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you choose at that time. Here is the front view physical size comparison of the Z fc versus the OM System OM-1.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z fc and OM System OM-1 is 79 and 65 respectively.

Nikon Z fc vs OM System OM-1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it can be tough to imagine the gap in sensor sizes purely by going through a spec sheet. The picture underneath might provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z fc and OM System OM-1.
As you can see, the 2 cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z fc featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z fc will produce greater detail utilizing its extra 1MP. Greater resolution will allow you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more aged Z fc will be disadvantaged when it comes to sensor technology.

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Nikon Z fc vs OM System OM-1 Specifications
Nikon Z fc | OM System OM-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Z fc | OM System OM-1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2021-06-28 | 2022-02-15 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | Stacked BSI Live MOS Sensor |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Max resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5184 x 3888 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Max enhanced ISO | 204800 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW support | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 1053 |
Cross focus points | - | 1053 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 21 | 118 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen sizing | 3" | 3.00" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,620 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 5,760 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 seconds | 1/8000 seconds |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/250 seconds |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265, HEVC |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 lbs) | 599g (1.32 lbs) |
Dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 135 x 92 x 73mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 520 shots |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL25 | BLX-1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot) |
Storage slots | One | 2 |
Cost at release | $949 | $2,199 |