Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M5

In this write-up, we will be evaluating the Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M5, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a considerable difference between the resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and E-M5 (16MP) and the Z fc (APS-C) and E-M5 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z fc was released 9 years later than the E-M5 and that is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before diving through a in-depth comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Z fc scores versus the E-M5 when considering portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z fc & Olympus OM-D E-M5. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z fc Gallery & Olympus E-M5 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera frequently, you should think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z fc offers exterior dimensions 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-M5 has measurements of 122mm x 89mm x 43mm (4.8" x 3.5" x 1.7") and a weight of 425 grams (0.94 lbs).

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Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you have chosen at the time. The following is the front view dimension comparison of the Z fc versus the E-M5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability rating of the Z fc and E-M5 is 79 and 81 respectively.

In many cases, it is hard to see the difference between sensor sizing just by reviewing a spec sheet. The visual below will help give you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z fc and E-M5.

Clearly, both of these cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z fc featuring a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF simpler and the Nikon Z fc will offer greater detail as a result of its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots a little more aggressively. The younger Z fc is going to have an edge with regard to sensor tech.