Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GM1
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Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GM1 Key Specs
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- 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
- Introduced June 2021
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- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 204g - 99 x 55 x 30mm
- Launched December 2013
- Refreshed by Panasonic GM5
Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GM1 Overview
Here is a detailed analysis of the Nikon Z fc and Panasonic GM1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless cameras by companies Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a huge gap among the image resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and GM1 (16MP) and the Z fc (APS-C) and GM1 (Four Thirds) have different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z fc was announced 7 years later than the GM1 and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GM1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before delving into a more detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Z fc scores vs the GM1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GM1 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z fc and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z fc Gallery and Panasonic GM1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z fc over the Panasonic GM1
Z fc | GM1 | |||
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Launched | June 2021 | December 2013 | Fresher by 92 months | |
Display type | Fully Articulated | Fixed | Fully Articulating display | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 1036k | Sharper display (+4k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GM1 over the Nikon Z fc
GM1 | Z fc |
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Common features in the Nikon Z fc and Panasonic GM1
Z fc | GM1 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Display size | 3" | 3" | Same display measurements | |
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GM1 Physical Comparison
When you are intending to carry your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon Z fc has exterior dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") accompanied by a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GM1 has sizing of 99mm x 55mm x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") along with a weight of 204 grams (0.45 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z fc and Panasonic GM1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you have attached during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Z fc vs the GM1.
Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z fc and GM1 is 79 and 93 respectively.
Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GM1 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it is very difficult to picture the contrast in sensor sizing merely by viewing technical specs. The graphic underneath should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z fc and GM1.
As you have seen, the two cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z fc having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z fc will provide you with more detail with its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop images a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Z fc provides a benefit with regard to sensor innovation.
Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GM1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GM1 Specifications
Nikon Z fc | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z fc | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GM1 |
Category | Entry-Level Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2021-06-28 | 2013-12-19 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-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 area | 369.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 21MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Maximum resolution | 5568 x 3712 | 4592 x 3448 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum boosted ISO | 204800 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Tracking autofocus | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detection autofocus | ||
Contract detection autofocus | ||
Phase detection autofocus | ||
Number of focus points | 209 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Available lenses | 21 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.5 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Fully Articulated | Fixed Type |
Screen diagonal | 3" | 3" |
Screen resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,036 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 2,360 thousand dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.68x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/4000 secs | 1/500 secs |
Maximum silent shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 11.0 frames per sec | 5.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.00 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | - | 1/50 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 1920 x 1080 (60i, 50i, 24p), 1280 x 720p (60p, 50p), 640 x 480 (30p, 25p) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 3.2 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 445g (0.98 lb) | 204g (0.45 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 135 x 94 x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") | 99 x 55 x 30mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 1.2") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 66 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.3 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.7 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 660 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 300 images | 230 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL25 | - |
Self timer | Yes | Yes (2 or 10 sec, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Single | Single |
Launch price | $949 | $750 |