Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GM1

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.

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The 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.