Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GH5
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Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GH5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 204800)
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 445g - 135 x 94 x 44mm
- Revealed June 2021
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.2" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 725g - 139 x 98 x 87mm
- Revealed January 2017
- Old Model is Panasonic GH4
- Renewed by Panasonic GH5 II

Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GH5 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GH5, one is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z fc (21MP) and the GH5 (20MP) is relatively well matched but the Z fc (APS-C) and GH5 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizing.

The Z fc was introduced 4 years after the GH5 which is quite a big gap as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a short overview of how the Z fc grades vs the GH5 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GH5 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z fc and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z fc Gallery and Panasonic GH5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Panasonic GH5
Z fc | GH5 | |||
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Revealed | June 2021 | ![]() | January 2017 | More modern by 55 months |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GH5 over the Nikon Z fc
GH5 | Z fc | |||
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Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1620k | ![]() | 1040k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Panasonic GH5
Z fc | GH5 | |||
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Manual focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | ![]() | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated screen |
Selfie screen | ![]() | Both good for selfies | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GH5 Physical Comparison
For those who are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you will want to factor in its weight and size. The Nikon Z fc has outside dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") along with a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) and the Panasonic GH5 has specifications of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GH5 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change depending on the lens you have attached at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Z fc against the GH5.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z fc and GH5 is 79 and 59 respectively.

Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GH5 Sensor Comparison
Quite often, it is very difficult to see the gap between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The image underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z fc and GH5.
To sum up, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z fc with its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z fc will give extra detail using its extra 1MP. Higher resolution will let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The more recent Z fc is going to have an advantage in sensor technology.

Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GH5 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GH5 Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z fc | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Revealed | 2021-06-28 | 2017-01-04 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | - | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | BSI-CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 23.5 x 15.7mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 5184 x 3888 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | - | 100 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Total focus points | 209 | 225 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 21 | 107 |
Crop factor | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Fully Articulated |
Screen size | 3" | 3.2" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,620 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | 3,680 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | 0.76x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Max silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 12.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, off | Auto, Auto/Redeye Reduction, Forced On, Forced On w/Redeye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync w/Redeye Reduction, Forced Off |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 4096 x 2160 (24p), 3840 x 2160 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1920 x 1080 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, H.264 |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 3.1 Gen 1(5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 445 gr (0.98 pounds) | 725 gr (1.60 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 139 x 98 x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | 77 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.9 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 13.0 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 807 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 photographs | 410 photographs |
Battery form | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL25 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 secs; 10 secs w/3 shots) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC (UHS-II compatible) |
Storage slots | Single | 2 |
Pricing at release | $949 | $1,298 |