Nikon Z5 vs Olympus VG-120
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Nikon Z5 vs Olympus VG-120 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
- Launched July 2020
(Full Review)
- 14MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Screen
- ISO 80 - 1600
- 1280 x 720 video
- 26-130mm (F2.8-6.5) lens
- 120g - 96 x 57 x 19mm
- Announced January 2011
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Following is a comprehensive overview of the Nikon Z5 versus Olympus VG-120, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Ultracompact by competitors Nikon and Olympus. There exists a sizable gap between the image resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and VG-120 (14MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and VG-120 (1/2.3") posses different sensor measurements.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z5 was launched 9 years after the VG-120 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus VG-120 being a Ultracompact camera.
Before delving into a in depth comparison, here is a quick summation of how the Z5 grades versus the VG-120 in the way of portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
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Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 & Olympus VG-120. The complete galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Olympus VG-120 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Olympus VG-120
| Z5 | VG-120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Announced | July 2020 |  | January 2011 | More modern by 117 months |
| Focus manually |  | Very accurate focusing | ||
| Screen type | Tilting |  | Fixed | Tilting screen |
| Screen size | 3.2" |  | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
| Screen resolution | 1040k |  | 230k | Crisper screen (+810k dot) |
| Touch screen |  | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Olympus VG-120 over the Nikon Z5
| VG-120 | Z5 |
|---|
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Olympus VG-120
| Z5 | VG-120 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selfie screen |  | Neither has selfie screen |
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus VG-120 Physical Comparison
In case you're going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to consider its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 has external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Olympus VG-120 has proportions of 96mm x 57mm x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") with a weight of 120 grams (0.26 lbs).
Examine the Nikon Z5 versus Olympus VG-120 in our newest Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will differ based on the lens you choose at that moment. Following is a front view scale comparison of the Z5 and the VG-120.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and VG-120 is 62 and 96 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Olympus VG-120 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's tough to imagine the difference between sensor sizes only by reading technical specs. The image below should provide you a better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and VG-120.
As you can tell, the 2 cameras feature different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z5 because of its bigger sensor is going to make shooting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon Z5 will offer you extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also help you crop shots way more aggressively. The more modern Z5 provides an edge with regard to sensor technology.
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Nikon Z5 vs Olympus VG-120 Specifications
| Nikon Z5 | Olympus VG-120 | |
|---|---|---|
| General Information | ||
| Manufacturer | Nikon | Olympus |
| Model | Nikon Z5 | Olympus VG-120 |
| Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Launched | 2020-07-20 | 2011-01-06 |
| Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Ultracompact |
| Sensor Information | ||
| Chip | Expeed 6 | TruePic III |
| Sensor type | CMOS | CCD |
| Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
| Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
| Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
| Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 14 megapixel |
| Anti aliasing filter | ||
| Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
| Max resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4288 x 3216 |
| Max native ISO | 51200 | 1600 |
| Max enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
| Minimum native ISO | 100 | 80 |
| RAW images | ||
| Minimum enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
| Autofocusing | ||
| Focus manually | ||
| Touch focus | ||
| AF continuous | ||
| AF single | ||
| Tracking AF | ||
| AF selectice | ||
| AF center weighted | ||
| Multi area AF | ||
| Live view AF | ||
| Face detect focusing | ||
| Contract detect focusing | ||
| Phase detect focusing | ||
| Number of focus points | 273 | - |
| Lens | ||
| Lens mount | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
| Lens focal range | - | 26-130mm (5.0x) |
| Max aperture | - | f/2.8-6.5 |
| Macro focus range | - | 7cm |
| Amount of lenses | 15 | - |
| Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
| Screen | ||
| Type of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
| Display size | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
| Resolution of display | 1,040 thousand dots | 230 thousand dots |
| Selfie friendly | ||
| Liveview | ||
| Touch display | ||
| Display technology | - | TFT Color LCD |
| Viewfinder Information | ||
| Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
| Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
| Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
| Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
| Features | ||
| Minimum shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
| Fastest shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
| Continuous shutter rate | 4.5 frames/s | - |
| Shutter priority | ||
| Aperture priority | ||
| Manual mode | ||
| Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
| Change WB | ||
| Image stabilization | ||
| Inbuilt flash | ||
| Flash range | no built-in flash | 4.40 m |
| Flash settings | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, On, Off, Red-Eye, Fill-in |
| External flash | ||
| AEB | ||
| WB bracketing | ||
| Fastest flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
| Exposure | ||
| Multisegment exposure | ||
| Average exposure | ||
| Spot exposure | ||
| Partial exposure | ||
| AF area exposure | ||
| Center weighted exposure | ||
| Video features | ||
| Supported 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 | 1280 x 720 (30, 15fps), 640 x 480 (30, 15 fps), 320 x 240 (30, 15fps) |
| Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1280x720 |
| Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | Motion JPEG |
| Mic port | ||
| Headphone port | ||
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | Built-In | None |
| Bluetooth | ||
| NFC | ||
| HDMI | ||
| USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
| GPS | None | None |
| Physical | ||
| Environment sealing | ||
| Water proof | ||
| Dust proof | ||
| Shock proof | ||
| Crush proof | ||
| Freeze proof | ||
| Weight | 675g (1.49 lbs) | 120g (0.26 lbs) |
| Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 96 x 57 x 19mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.7") |
| DXO scores | ||
| DXO Overall score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Color Depth score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | not tested |
| DXO Low light score | not tested | not tested |
| Other | ||
| Battery life | 470 photos | 160 photos |
| Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
| Battery model | EN-EL15c | LI-70B |
| Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 12 sec) |
| Time lapse shooting | ||
| Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC |
| Card slots | Dual | 1 |
| Pricing at release | $1,399 | $190 |