Nikon Z30 vs Nikon Z5

Below is a extended analysis of the Nikon Z30 versus Nikon Z5, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Advanced Mirrorless and both of them are produced by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Z30 (21MP) and the Z5 (24MP) is pretty well matched but the Z30 (APS-C) and Z5 (Full frame) possess totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z30 was brought out 24 months later than the Z5 which makes the cameras a generation apart from one another. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting through a step-by-step comparison, below is a simple highlight of how the Z30 grades versus the Z5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z30 and Nikon Z5. The entire galleries are available at Nikon Z30 Gallery and Nikon Z5 Gallery.

In case you're planning to lug around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z30 has got exterior measurements of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Nikon Z5 has measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z30 versus Nikon Z5 in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have attached at that time. The following is the front view size comparison of the Z30 vs the Z5.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z30 and Z5 is 79 and 62 respectively.

Quite often, it can be difficult to visualise the gap between sensor measurements purely by checking technical specs. The photograph here will help provide you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the Z30 and Z5.

As you can tell, the 2 cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z30 because of its tinier sensor will make getting shallower depth of field tougher and the Nikon Z5 will give you greater detail having its extra 3MP. Higher resolution can also allow you to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Z30 will have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.