Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GH1

Let's take a deeper look at the Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GH1, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap between the resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the Z fc (APS-C) and GH1 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z fc was announced 12 years after the GH1 which is quite a significant gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of these cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting straight into a complete comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Z fc matches up vs the GH1 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z fc and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z fc Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

When you are looking to carry around your camera, you will have to take into account 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") having a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH1 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Check out the Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GH1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change dependant on the lens you are using at that time. Here is the front view proportions comparison of the Z fc versus the GH1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z fc and GH1 is 79 and 81 respectively.

Quite often, it's difficult to envision the difference between sensor sizes simply by checking a spec sheet. The pic below will help provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z fc and GH1.

Clearly, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizes. The Z fc with its larger sensor will make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z fc will give you more detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also help you crop pics far more aggressively. The newer Z fc will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.