Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-M10 III

On this page, we are comparing the Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-M10 III, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a huge difference among the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and E-M10 III (16MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and E-M10 III (Four Thirds) offer totally different sensor size.

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The Z5 was brought out 2 years later than the E-M10 III and that is a fairly significant gap as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of these cameras have the same body design (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go straight to a complete comparison, here is a quick synopsis of how the Z5 grades against the E-M10 III in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 and Olympus OM-D E-M10 Mark III. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Olympus E-M10 III Gallery.

For anyone who is going to carry your camera often, you need to factor in its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z5 enjoys outside measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Olympus E-M10 III has dimensions of 122mm x 84mm x 50mm (4.8" x 3.3" x 2.0") having a weight of 410 grams (0.90 lbs).

Examine the Nikon Z5 vs Olympus E-M10 III in the new Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Bear in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary depending on the lens you have during that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Z5 vs the E-M10 III.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and E-M10 III is 62 and 80 respectively.

Usually, it's tough to envision the contrast in sensor sizing just by viewing a spec sheet. The photograph below should offer you a much better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5 and E-M10 III.

Clearly, both of the cameras have different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z5 due to its larger sensor will make achieving shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will provide you with more detail having its extra 8 Megapixels. Greater resolution will allow you to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The fresher Z5 is going to have an advantage in sensor tech.