Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic GH3

Here, we are analyzing the Nikon Z30 versus Panasonic GH3, former being a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Advanced Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Z30 (21MP) and GH3 (16MP) and the Z30 (APS-C) and GH3 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor measurements.

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The Z30 was unveiled 9 years later than the GH3 and that is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before getting into a complete comparison, here is a concise view of how the Z30 grades vs the GH3 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH3. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z30 Gallery & Panasonic GH3 Gallery.

For anyone who is going to lug around your camera often, you'll need to think about its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z30 features outer measurements of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") having a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) while the Panasonic GH3 has proportions of 133mm x 93mm x 82mm (5.2" x 3.7" x 3.2") with a weight of 550 grams (1.21 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. The following is a front view proportions comparison of the Z30 versus the GH3.

Looking at size and weight, the portability grade of the Z30 and GH3 is 79 and 66 respectively.

In many cases, it is very difficult to imagine the contrast between sensor measurements only by going over specifications. The graphic underneath should offer you a greater sense of the sensor measurements in the Z30 and GH3.

Plainly, each of the cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor measurements. The Z30 having a larger sensor is going to make shooting shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z30 will deliver greater detail having an extra 5 Megapixels. Greater resolution can also allow you to crop photos way more aggressively. The younger Z30 provides an edge when it comes to sensor technology.