Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-M5 III

In this write-up, we are comparing the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-M5 III, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the Z fc (21MP) and the E-M5 III (20MP) is fairly well matched but the Z fc (APS-C) and E-M5 III (Four Thirds) use different sensor measurements.

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The Z fc was unveiled 21 months after the E-M5 III making the cameras a generation away from each other. The two cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight into a more detailed comparison, below is a simple summary of how the Z fc grades versus the E-M5 III for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

The following is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z fc & Olympus OM-D E-M5 III. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z fc Gallery & Olympus E-M5 III Gallery.

For those who are planning to travel with your camera regularly, you'll have to factor its weight and size. The Nikon Z fc has got physical measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Olympus E-M5 III has specifications of 125mm x 85mm x 50mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 2.0") having a weight of 414 grams (0.91 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-M5 III in our newest Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will change based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is the front view proportions comparison of the Z fc against the E-M5 III.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Z fc and E-M5 III is 79 and 80 respectively.

Oftentimes, it can be hard to picture the contrast between sensor dimensions merely by looking at specifications. The picture below will provide you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z fc and E-M5 III.

To sum up, each of the cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z fc having a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z fc will give extra detail having an extra 1 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also help you crop photos far more aggressively. The younger Z fc should have a benefit when it comes to sensor innovation.