Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-M10 IV

Here, we will be analyzing the Nikon Z5 and Olympus E-M10 IV, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by companies Nikon and Olympus. The image resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the E-M10 IV (20MP) is pretty similar but the Z5 (Full frame) and E-M10 IV (Four Thirds) have totally different sensor size.

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The Z5 was launched around the same time to the E-M10 IV which means that they are both of a similar generation. Both of these cameras feature the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go into a step-by-step comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Z5 scores vs the E-M10 IV with regard to portability, imaging, features and an overall grade.

The following is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 and Olympus OM-D E-M10 IV. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Olympus E-M10 IV Gallery.

If you're intending to lug around your camera regularly, you'll need to consider its weight and size. The Nikon Z5 has outer dimensions 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 Olympus E-M10 IV has specifications of 122mm x 84mm x 49mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 1.9") and a weight of 383 grams (0.84 lbs).

Look at the Nikon Z5 and Olympus E-M10 IV in the new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ based on the lens you are employing at the time. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Z5 versus the E-M10 IV.

Taking into consideration dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and E-M10 IV is 62 and 81 respectively.

Typically, it is hard to see the contrast between sensor measurements just by reviewing specs. The graphic here will help provide you a more clear sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and E-M10 IV.

As you can plainly see, both of these cameras feature different megapixels and different sensor measurements. The Z5 due to its bigger sensor will make getting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z5 will deliver extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs way more aggressively.