Nikon Z5 vs Olympus VH-410

In this write-up, we are matching up the Nikon Z5 vs Olympus VH-410, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Small Sensor Compact by manufacturers Nikon and Olympus. There is a significant difference between the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and VH-410 (16MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and VH-410 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.

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The Z5 was manufactured 8 years later than the VH-410 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Olympus VH-410 being a Compact camera.

Before delving through a detailed comparison, below is a short summation of how the Z5 matches up vs the VH-410 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

This is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 and Olympus VH-410. The entire galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Olympus VH-410 Gallery.

For anybody who is looking to carry your camera regularly, you should think about its weight and size. The Nikon Z5 comes with outer 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) and the Olympus VH-410 has specifications of 102mm x 60mm x 21mm (4.0" x 2.4" x 0.8") having a weight of 152 grams (0.34 lbs).

Take a look at the Nikon Z5 vs Olympus VH-410 in the latest Camera with Lens Size Comparison Tool.

Don't forget, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ dependant on the lens you use during that time. Underneath is the front view over all size comparison of the Z5 compared to the VH-410.

Considering size and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and VH-410 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Generally, it is very tough to picture the contrast between sensor sizing purely by reviewing specs. The photograph underneath may provide you a more clear sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and VH-410.

As you can plainly see, the 2 cameras enjoy different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z5 due to its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will offer you extra detail due to its extra 8MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent Z5 provides an edge when it comes to sensor innovation.