Nikon Z5 vs Olympus PEN-F

Here, we will be contrasting the Nikon Z5 vs Olympus PEN-F, both Advanced Mirrorless digital cameras by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. The resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the PEN-F (20MP) is pretty well matched but the Z5 (Full frame) and PEN-F (Four Thirds) offer different sensor sizing.

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The Z5 was launched 4 years after the PEN-F which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. Both of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus PEN-F being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.

Before getting straight to a complete comparison, here is a concise synopsis of how the Z5 grades versus the PEN-F for portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

This is a preview of the gallery images for Nikon Z5 and Olympus PEN-F. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Olympus PEN-F Gallery.

If you are intending to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 provides external 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) while the Olympus PEN-F has proportions of 125mm x 72mm x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") accompanied by a weight of 427 grams (0.94 lbs).

Check the Nikon Z5 vs Olympus PEN-F in the latest Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you select at that moment. Here is a front view over all size comparison of the Z5 versus the PEN-F.

Using dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and PEN-F is 62 and 84 respectively.

Sometimes, it's difficult to imagine the difference between sensor dimensions just by checking specs. The picture underneath may provide you a clearer sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and PEN-F.

All in all, both the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor dimensions. The Z5 due to its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF easier and the Nikon Z5 will give you extra detail utilizing its extra 4 Megapixels. Higher resolution can also let you crop photographs way more aggressively. The fresher Z5 provides a benefit in sensor innovation.