Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 III
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Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 III Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand 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" 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
- 580g - 134 x 91 x 69mm
- Revealed February 2020
- Replaced the Olympus E-M1 II

Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 III Overview
On this page, we will be matching up the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-M1 III, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the Z fc (21MP) and the E-M1 III (20MP) is relatively similar but the Z fc (APS-C) and E-M1 III (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor size.

The Z fc was released 17 months later than the E-M1 III which makes them a generation apart from one another. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting right into a comprehensive comparison, here is a concise overview of how the Z fc scores against the E-M1 III when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 III Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z fc & Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z fc Gallery & Olympus E-M1 III Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Olympus E-M1 III
Z fc | E-M1 III | |||
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Revealed | June 2021 | ![]() | February 2020 | More recent by 17 months |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 1037k | Crisper screen (+3k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M1 III over the Nikon Z fc
E-M1 III | Z fc |
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Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-M1 III
Z fc | E-M1 III | |||
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Focus manually | ![]() | Dial accurate focusing | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Screen dimensions | 3" | ![]() | 3" | Equal screen size |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both are selfie friendly | ||
Touch friendly screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 III Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to lug around your camera frequently, you're going to have to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z fc offers exterior 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 Olympus E-M1 III has dimensions of 134mm x 91mm x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") having a weight of 580 grams (1.28 lbs).
See the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-M1 III in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you use at the time. Below is a front view proportions comparison of the Z fc against the E-M1 III.

Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z fc and E-M1 III is 79 and 67 respectively.

Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 III Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor measurements only by going over specs. The visual underneath should offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z fc and E-M1 III.
As you can plainly see, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor measurements. The Z fc because of its bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z fc will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also allow you to crop pictures more aggressively. The more recent Z fc is going to have a benefit in sensor innovation.

Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 III Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M1 III Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Z fc | Olympus OM-D E-M1 Mark III |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Announced | 2021-06-28 | 2020-02-11 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | - | TruePic IX |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixel | 20 megapixel |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | - | 64 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 121 |
Cross type focus points | - | 121 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 21 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Resolution of screen | 1,040k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
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 | 11.0fps | 60.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | 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 | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | - | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 4096 x 2160 @ 24p / 237 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 23.98p / 102 Mbps, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 23.98p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Mic 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 proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 lb) | 580g (1.28 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 134 x 91 x 69mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 pictures | 420 pictures |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | BLH-1 |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot) |
Storage slots | Single | Dual |
Price at release | $949 | $1,800 |