Nikon Z5 vs OM System OM-1
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Nikon Z5 vs OM System OM-1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Boost to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Released July 2020
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3.00" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600 (Raise to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- No Anti-Alias Filter
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 4096 x 2160 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 599g - 135 x 92 x 73mm
- Introduced February 2022
Nikon Z5 vs OM System OM-1 Overview
Here, we will be matching up the Nikon Z5 and OM System OM-1, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Pro Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Olympus. The sensor resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the OM System OM-1 (20MP) is relatively close but the Z5 (Full frame) and OM System OM-1 (Four Thirds) provide totally different sensor sizes.
Photobucket discusses licensing 13 billion images with AI firmsThe Z5 was announced 19 months prior to the OM System OM-1 which makes them a generation away from each other. Each of the cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before diving straight to a detailed comparison, here is a brief overview of how the Z5 scores versus the OM System OM-1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z5 vs OM System OM-1 Gallery
Following is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 and OM System OM-1. The whole galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery and OM System OM-1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the OM System OM-1
Z5 | OM System OM-1 | |||
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Screen size | 3.2" | 3.00" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick OM System OM-1 over the Nikon Z5
OM System OM-1 | Z5 | |||
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Introduced | February 2022 | July 2020 | More modern by 19 months | |
Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Screen resolution | 1620k | 1040k | Sharper screen (+580k dot) | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and OM System OM-1
Z5 | OM System OM-1 | |||
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Manually focus | Very precise focus | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs OM System OM-1 Physical Comparison
When you are planning to carry around your camera, you will need to take into account its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z5 enjoys outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the OM System OM-1 has dimensions of 135mm x 92mm x 73mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.9") along with a weight of 599 grams (1.32 lbs).
Take a look at the Nikon Z5 and OM System OM-1 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Do not forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you are employing during that time. Following is a front view physical size comparison of the Z5 against the OM System OM-1.
Taking into consideration size and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and OM System OM-1 is 62 and 65 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs OM System OM-1 Sensor Comparison
In many cases, its tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizes only by viewing technical specs. The pic underneath may offer you a better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and OM System OM-1.
As you can tell, each of these cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z5 with its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will provide you with extra detail with its extra 4MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots way more aggressively. The more aged Z5 will be behind when it comes to sensor innovation.
Nikon Z5 vs OM System OM-1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z5 vs OM System OM-1 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | OM System OM-1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Z5 | OM System OM-1 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Pro Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-07-20 | 2022-02-15 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | Stacked BSI Live MOS Sensor |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.4 x 13mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 226.2mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Peak resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | 102400 |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 1053 |
Cross type focus points | - | 1053 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 15 | 118 |
Crop factor | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of display | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display size | 3.2" | 3.00" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,620 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch capability | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 5,760 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.83x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Max quiet shutter speed | - | 1/32000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.5 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | no built-in flash |
Flash modes | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
Video features | ||
Supported 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 | - |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 4096x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, H.265, HEVC |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 3.1 Gen 1 (5 GBit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 lbs) | 599 gr (1.32 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 135 x 92 x 73mm (5.3" x 3.6" x 2.9") |
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 photos | 520 photos |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15c | BLX-1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 secs, custom) |
Time lapse recording | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II on first slot) |
Card slots | 2 | 2 |
Retail pricing | $1,399 | $2,199 |