Nikon Z30 vs Panasonic GX850

Following is a in-depth review of the Nikon Z30 and Panasonic GX850, both Entry-Level Mirrorless digital cameras by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. There is a large difference between the image resolutions of the Z30 (21MP) and GX850 (16MP) and the Z30 (APS-C) and GX850 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor size.

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The Z30 was introduced 5 years after the GX850 which is quite a serious difference as far as tech is concerned. The two cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z30 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX850 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting into a in depth comparison, here is a concise summation of how the Z30 matches up versus the GX850 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z30 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX850. The whole galleries are provided at Nikon Z30 Gallery & Panasonic GX850 Gallery.

If you are looking to carry around your camera regularly, you should consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z30 offers exterior measurements of 128mm x 74mm x 60mm (5.0" x 2.9" x 2.4") with a weight of 405 grams (0.89 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GX850 has dimensions of 107mm x 65mm x 33mm (4.2" x 2.6" x 1.3") and a weight of 269 grams (0.59 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view measurements comparison of the Z30 compared to the GX850.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z30 and GX850 is 79 and 90 respectively.

In many cases, it is tough to envision the difference between sensor sizes just by looking at a spec sheet. The pic here will help offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z30 and GX850.

As you can see, each of the cameras provide different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z30 having a bigger sensor will make achieving shallow depth of field easier and the Nikon Z30 will give you more detail using its extra 5MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures more aggressively. The younger Z30 is going to have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.