Nikon Z fc vs Olympus E-PL8

In this write-up, we will be analyzing the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-PL8, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and E-PL8 (16MP) and the Z fc (APS-C) and E-PL8 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor sizing.

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The Z fc was announced 4 years after the E-PL8 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus E-PL8 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a concise overview of how the Z fc grades versus the E-PL8 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z fc and Olympus PEN E-PL8. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z fc Gallery and Olympus E-PL8 Gallery.

If you're going to carry around your camera often, you are going to need to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z fc offers 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-PL8 has proportions of 115mm x 67mm x 38mm (4.5" x 2.6" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 357 grams (0.79 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z fc and Olympus E-PL8 in the all new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you are using during that time. Underneath is the front view proportions comparison of the Z fc and the E-PL8.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z fc and E-PL8 is 79 and 86 respectively.

Normally, it's hard to visualise the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading a spec sheet. The image underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z fc and E-PL8.

As you can see, both cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z fc with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon Z fc will offer greater detail with its extra 5 Megapixels. Higher resolution will help you crop pictures far more aggressively. The younger Z fc will have an advantage in sensor technology.