Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G1
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Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Revealed June 2021
(Full Review)
- 12MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 1600 (Expand to 3200)
- No Video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 360g - 124 x 84 x 45mm
- Announced January 2009
- Renewed by Panasonic G2
Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G1 Overview
On this page, we will be comparing the Nikon Z fc and Panasonic G1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and G1 (12MP) and the Z fc (APS-C) and G1 (Four Thirds) boast different sensor sizes.
Body cameras now worn by bakery staff to deter stealingThe Z fc was unveiled 12 years later than the G1 and that is a fairly sizable gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before getting straight to a step-by-step comparison, here is a brief summation of how the Z fc grades vs the G1 when it comes to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z fc and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z fc Gallery and Panasonic G1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Panasonic G1
Z fc | G1 | |||
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Announced | June 2021 | January 2009 | Fresher by 152 months | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G1 over the Nikon Z fc
G1 | Z fc |
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Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Panasonic G1
Z fc | G1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen | |
Screen dimensions | 3" | 3" | Equal screen dimensions | |
Selfie screen | Both are selfie friendly |
Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G1 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z fc enjoys physical measurements of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G1 has specifications of 124mm x 84mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") having a weight of 360 grams (0.79 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z fc and Panasonic G1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you have attached at the time. The following is a front view size comparison of the Z fc compared to the G1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z fc and G1 is 79 and 82 respectively.
Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G1 Sensor Comparison
More often than not, its tough to visualize the difference in sensor sizing merely by going through technical specs. The photograph underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the Z fc and G1.
As you can tell, both of those cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z fc having a bigger sensor is going to make getting shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z fc will produce more detail having an extra 9MP. Higher resolution will let you crop shots more aggressively. The more recent Z fc provides a benefit with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic G1 Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z fc | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G1 |
Type | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2021-06-28 | 2009-01-19 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 1600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 204800 | 3200 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW photos | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 21 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames/s | 3.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.50 m |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/160 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | None |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | - |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 lb) | 360g (0.79 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 124 x 84 x 45mm (4.9" x 3.3" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 53 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.1 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 463 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 shots | 330 shots |
Battery format | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL25 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/MMC/SDHC card |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Cost at launch | $949 | $0 |