Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-M10
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Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-M10 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Raise 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
- Introduced July 2020
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Tilting Display
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 396g - 119 x 82 x 46mm
- Announced March 2014
- Successor is Olympus E-M10 II
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-M10 Overview
On this page, we are looking at the Nikon Z5 versus Olympus E-M10, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There exists a huge gap among the sensor resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and E-M10 (16MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and E-M10 (Four Thirds) provide different sensor sizing.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z5 was released 6 years after the E-M10 which is a fairly significant gap as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short introduction of how the Z5 scores versus the E-M10 with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-M10 Gallery
Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 and Olympus OM-D E-M10. The complete galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Olympus E-M10 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Olympus E-M10
Z5 | E-M10 | |||
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Announced | July 2020 | March 2014 | Newer by 78 months | |
Display dimensions | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") | |
Display resolution | 1040k | 1037k | Crisper display (+3k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus E-M10 over the Nikon Z5
E-M10 | Z5 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Olympus E-M10
Z5 | E-M10 | |||
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Manual focus | More accurate focusing | |||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting | Tilting display | |
Selfie screen | Missing selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-M10 Physical Comparison
In case you're aiming to travel with your camera regularly, you are going to need to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 offers physical measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") along with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Olympus E-M10 has proportions of 119mm x 82mm x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") having a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).
Analyze the Nikon Z5 versus Olympus E-M10 in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary based on the lens you are using at that moment. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Z5 versus the E-M10.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and E-M10 is 62 and 82 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-M10 Sensor Comparison
Typically, it can be hard to imagine the difference in sensor dimensions merely by researching technical specs. The image underneath will help offer you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and E-M10.
As you have seen, the two cameras have different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z5 featuring a larger sensor is going to make achieving shallower depth of field less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will result in greater detail as a result of its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also let you crop pics a bit more aggressively. The more recent Z5 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-M10 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-M10 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Olympus OM-D E-M10 | |
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General Information | ||
Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Olympus OM-D E-M10 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Introduced | 2020-07-20 | 2014-03-18 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 16 megapixels |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest Possible resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4608 x 3456 |
Maximum native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Maximum enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW format | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 15 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Tilting |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" |
Display resolution | 1,040 thousand dots | 1,037 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Display tech | - | TFT LCD |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | 1,440 thousand dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | 100% |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.58x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/4000 secs |
Continuous shutter rate | 4.5 frames per sec | 8.0 frames per sec |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 5.80 m (ISO100) |
Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Flash Auto, Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(1st curtain), Slow sync.(2nd curtain), Manual(1/1(FULL)~1/64) |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Max flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | 1/250 secs |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 (30p), 1280 x 720 (30p), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Maximum video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | H.264, Motion JPEG |
Microphone support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | Optional |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 pounds) | 396 grams (0.87 pounds) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 119 x 82 x 46mm (4.7" x 3.2" x 1.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 72 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 22.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 12.3 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 884 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 photographs | 320 photographs |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | BLS-5 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (12 sec., 2 sec.,custom (Waiting time 1-30sec.,Shooting interval 0.5/1/2/3sec.,Number of shots 1-10)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | 2 | 1 |
Retail cost | $1,399 | $600 |