Nikon Z5 vs Nikon Z50
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Nikon Z5 vs Nikon Z50 Key Specs
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- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Expand to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Announced July 2020
(Full Review)
- 21MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push to 204800)
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 397g - 127 x 94 x 60mm
- Introduced October 2019
Nikon Z5 vs Nikon Z50 Overview
Following is a in-depth review of the Nikon Z5 versus Nikon Z50, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless and they are both sold by Nikon. The sensor resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the Z50 (21MP) is very similar but the Z5 (Full frame) and Z50 (APS-C) offer totally different sensor sizes.
Samsung Releases Faster Versions of EVO MicroSD CardsThe Z5 was introduced 10 months after the Z50 and they are of a similar generation. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving right into a thorough comparison, here is a short summary of how the Z5 scores versus the Z50 for portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z5 vs Nikon Z50 Gallery
Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 and Nikon Z50. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Nikon Z50 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Nikon Z50
Z5 | Z50 | |||
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Introduced | July 2020 | October 2019 | More modern by 10 months |
Reasons to pick Nikon Z50 over the Nikon Z5
Z50 | Z5 | |||
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Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Nikon Z50
Z5 | Z50 | |||
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Manual focus | Very accurate focus | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Display size | 3.2" | 3.2" | Same display dimensions | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Identical display resolution | |
Touch friendly display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs Nikon Z50 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is aiming to carry around your camera regularly, you'll have to take into account its weight and volume. The Nikon Z5 enjoys external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Nikon Z50 has sizing of 127mm x 94mm x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") accompanied by a weight of 397 grams (0.88 lbs).
Check out the Nikon Z5 versus Nikon Z50 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into consideration, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are utilizing at that moment. The following is a front view dimension comparison of the Z5 versus the Z50.
Considering dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and Z50 is 62 and 74 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Nikon Z50 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to see the contrast between sensor sizes purely by going over specs. The picture below will provide you a greater sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and Z50.
All in all, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z5 using its larger sensor will make getting shallow DOF easier and the Nikon Z5 will offer more detail using its extra 3MP. Greater resolution will also help you crop photos way more aggressively. The more modern Z5 is going to have an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.
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Nikon Z5 vs Nikon Z50 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Nikon Z50 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Nikon |
Model type | Nikon Z5 | Nikon Z50 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Announced | 2020-07-20 | 2019-10-10 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | Expeed 6 |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 23.5 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 369.0mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 21MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 5568 x 3712 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 51200 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | 204800 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 209 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Nikon Z |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 15 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2" | 3.2" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dot | 1,040 thousand dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch screen | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dot | 2,360 thousand dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 30 secs |
Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.5fps | 11.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 7.00 m (at ISO 100) |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | - |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Fastest flash sync | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Video resolutions | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM3840 x 2160 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 60p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 50p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 25p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM1920 x 1080 @ 24p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p, MOV, H.264, Linear PCM |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264 |
Microphone input | ||
Headphone input | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675g (1.49 lb) | 397g (0.88 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 127 x 94 x 60mm (5.0" x 3.7" x 2.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 shots | 320 shots |
Type of battery | Battery Pack | Built-in |
Battery ID | EN-EL15c | EN-EL25 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes |
Time lapse recording | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card (UHS-II supported) |
Storage slots | Two | 1 |
Retail cost | $1,399 | $857 |