Nikon Z5 vs Olympus PEN-F
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Nikon Z5 vs Olympus PEN-F Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Released July 2020
(Full Review)
- 20MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 200 - 25600
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Max Shutter
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 427g - 125 x 72 x 37mm
- Released January 2016
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus PEN-F Overview
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.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe 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.
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus PEN-F Gallery
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.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Olympus PEN-F
Z5 | PEN-F | |||
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Released | July 2020 | January 2016 | Newer by 55 months | |
Screen size | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 1037k | Clearer screen (+3k dot) |
Reasons to pick Olympus PEN-F over the Nikon Z5
PEN-F | Z5 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Take selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Olympus PEN-F
Z5 | PEN-F | |||
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Focus manually | Very exact focusing | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus PEN-F Physical Comparison
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.
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus PEN-F Sensor Comparison
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.
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Nikon Z5 vs Olympus PEN-F Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Olympus PEN-F | |
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General Information | ||
Brand Name | Nikon | Olympus |
Model type | Nikon Z5 | Olympus PEN-F |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Advanced Mirrorless |
Released | 2020-07-20 | 2016-01-27 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | TruePic VII |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixels | 20 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 5184 x 3888 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 25600 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 200 |
RAW images | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | 80 |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
Touch to focus | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detect AF | ||
Contract detect AF | ||
Phase detect AF | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 81 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 15 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Display diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Display resolution | 1,040k dot | 1,037k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 2,360k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.62x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 60 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/8000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.5 frames/s | 10.0 frames/s |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manually set exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom 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 | Flash Auto, Redeye, Fill-in, Flash Off, Red-eye Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (1st curtain), Slow sync (2nd curtain) |
External flash | ||
Auto exposure bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash sync | 1/200 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 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p), 1280 x 720 (60p, 50p, 30p, 25p, 24p) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, H.264, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675g (1.49 lbs) | 427g (0.94 lbs) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 125 x 72 x 37mm (4.9" x 2.8" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | 74 |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | 23.1 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | 12.4 |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | 894 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 images | 330 images |
Style of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15c | BLN-1 |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 seconds, custom) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Dual | 1 |
Retail price | $1,399 | $1,000 |