Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic GH1

Let's take a more detailed look at the Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic GH1, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizeable difference between the resolutions of the Z30 (21MP) and GH1 (12MP) and the Z30 (APS-C) and GH1 (Four Thirds) boast totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z30 was announced 13 years later than the GH1 and that is quite a large gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before delving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a simple summary of how the Z30 scores against the GH1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH1. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z30 Gallery and Panasonic GH1 Gallery.

In case you're intending to carry your camera regularly, you'll need to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z30 has exterior dimensions of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") along with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) and the Panasonic GH1 has measurements of 124mm x 90mm x 45mm (4.9" x 3.5" x 1.8") accompanied by a weight of 385 grams (0.85 lbs).

Analyze the Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic GH1 in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Here is a front view dimension comparison of the Z30 versus the GH1.

Considering size and weight, the portability grade of the Z30 and GH1 is 79 and 81 respectively.

Oftentimes, its difficult to visualise the contrast between sensor sizing merely by going over a spec sheet. The graphic underneath should give you a clearer sense of the sensor sizes in the Z30 and GH1.

As you can see, each of these cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z30 having a larger sensor will make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z30 will deliver greater detail with its extra 9MP. Greater resolution will also make it easier to crop images more aggressively. The newer Z30 is going to have an edge in sensor technology.