Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic GH5

Below, we will be looking at the Nikon Z30 and Panasonic GH5, one being a Entry-Level Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z30 (21MP) and the GH5 (20MP) is relatively similar but the Z30 (APS-C) and GH5 (Four Thirds) feature totally different sensor sizes.

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The Z30 was introduced 5 years later than the GH5 and that is quite a big gap as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before going in to a more detailed comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the Z30 matches up vs the GH5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

The following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z30 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z30 Gallery and Panasonic GH5 Gallery.

If you are planning to carry your camera, you are going to need to take into account its weight and dimensions. 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) while the Panasonic GH5 has dimensions of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you are working with during that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Z30 against the GH5.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability grade of the Z30 and GH5 is 79 and 59 respectively.

Generally, it's difficult to visualise the gap between sensor sizing purely by going over specifications. The visual here will help provide you a greater sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z30 and GH5.

Plainly, both the cameras posses different resolutions and different sensor sizing. The Z30 with its bigger sensor will make getting bokeh easier and the Nikon Z30 will offer you extra detail using its extra 1 Megapixels. Higher resolution will make it easier to crop pictures somewhat more aggressively. The more recent Z30 will have an advantage with regard to sensor technology.