Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic G10

Its time to look a little more closely at the Nikon Z30 versus Panasonic G10, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a significant gap between the image resolutions of the Z30 (21MP) and G10 (12MP) and the Z30 (APS-C) and G10 (Four Thirds) have different sensor sizes.

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The Z30 was announced 12 years later than the G10 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a in depth comparison, here is a quick overview of how the Z30 grades against the G10 for portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

Here is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G10. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z30 Gallery and Panasonic G10 Gallery.

For those who are looking to lug around your camera, you will have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z30 comes with outside dimensions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic G10 has proportions of 124mm x 90mm x 74mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 2.9") with a weight of 388 grams (0.86 lbs).

Contrast the Nikon Z30 versus Panasonic G10 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Z30 and the G10.

Taking into account dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z30 and G10 is 79 and 72 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to picture the gap between sensor measurements only by checking specs. The graphic below should provide you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z30 and G10.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras have different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z30 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z30 will give you extra detail with its extra 9 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher Z30 provides an edge in sensor tech.