Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 II
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Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 II Key Specs
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- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Released June 2021
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- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 574g - 134 x 91 x 67mm
- Announced September 2016
- Earlier Model is Olympus E-M1
- Replacement is Olympus E-M1 III
Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 II Overview
Let's look a bit more in depth at the Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 II, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the Z fc (21MP) and the E-M1 II (20MP) is relatively comparable but the Z fc (APS-C) and E-M1 II (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor size.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Z fc was announced 4 years later than the E-M1 II and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z fc matches up against the E-M1 II when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.
Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 II Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z fc & Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z fc Gallery & Olympus E-M1 II Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Olympus E-M1 II
Z fc | E-M1 II | |||
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Announced | June 2021 | September 2016 | More recent by 59 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 1037k | Clearer screen (+3k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 II over the Nikon Z fc
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Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-M1 II
Z fc | E-M1 II | |||
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Focus manually | Dial exact focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen size | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 II Physical Comparison
When you are going to lug around your camera, you need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon Z fc features exterior measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) while the Olympus E-M1 II has sizing of 134mm x 91mm x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") and a weight of 574 grams (1.27 lbs).
Check out the Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 II in our completely new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is a front view sizing comparison of the Z fc versus the E-M1 II.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z fc and E-M1 II is 79 and 68 respectively.
Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 II Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to visualise the contrast in sensor measurements only by going through specifications. The visual underneath might give you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z fc and E-M1 II.
Plainly, the 2 cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Z fc having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z fc will show extra detail with its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures more aggressively. The newer Z fc is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor tech.
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Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 II Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Z fc | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark II |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2021-06-28 | 2016-09-19 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic VIII |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
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 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias 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 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 21 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,037 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.74x |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Fastest silent shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 60.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 9.10 m (at ISO 100) |
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 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM, 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MOV, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.0 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 lb) | 574 gr (1.27 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 134 x 91 x 67mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.6") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 80 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.7 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.8 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 1312 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 350 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | BLH-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 |
Storage slots | Single | 2 |
Price at release | $949 | $1,700 |