Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GX1

Its time to examine more closely at the Nikon Z fc vs Panasonic GX1, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a noticeable difference between the sensor resolutions of the Z fc (21MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the Z fc (APS-C) and GX1 (Four Thirds) use totally different sensor measurements.

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The Z fc was manufactured 9 years later than the GX1 and that is quite a sizable difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z fc being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before delving straight into a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief highlight of how the Z fc matches up versus the GX1 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z fc & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z fc Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.

For anyone who is looking to carry your camera frequently, you'll need to think about its weight and volume. The Nikon Z fc has physical dimensions of 135mm x 94mm x 44mm (5.3" x 3.7" x 1.7") and a weight of 445 grams (0.98 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX1 has sizing of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change dependant on the lens you use at that moment. Underneath is the front view size comparison of the Z fc against the GX1.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z fc and GX1 is 79 and 87 respectively.

In many cases, it's hard to see the contrast between sensor sizing purely by checking technical specs. The photograph here might provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z fc and GX1.

As you can tell, the two cameras enjoy different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z fc because of its larger sensor will make shooting shallow depth of field simpler and the Nikon Z fc will give greater detail due to its extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop pics far more aggressively. The more recent Z fc is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.