Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic 3D1
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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic 3D1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump 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
- Announced July 2020
(Full Review)
- 12MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3.5" Fixed Screen
- ISO 100 - 6400
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 1920 x 1080 video
- 25-100mm (F3.9-5.7) lens
- 193g - 108 x 58 x 24mm
- Introduced November 2011
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic 3D1 Overview
Here is a thorough review of the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic 3D1, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a noticeable gap among the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and 3D1 (12MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and 3D1 (1/2.3") posses totally different sensor size.
Pentax 17 Pre-Orders Outperform Expectations by a LandslideThe Z5 was unveiled 8 years later than the 3D1 and that is a fairly sizable difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Each of these cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic 3D1 being a Compact camera.
Before delving right into a full comparison, here is a brief introduction of how the Z5 matches up versus the 3D1 in terms of portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic 3D1 Gallery
Below is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1. The full galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Panasonic 3D1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Panasonic 3D1
Z5 | 3D1 | |||
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Introduced | July 2020 | November 2011 | Fresher by 106 months | |
Manually focus | More precise focus | |||
Screen type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting screen | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 460k | Clearer screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic 3D1 over the Nikon Z5
3D1 | Z5 | |||
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Screen size | 3.5" | 3.2" | Bigger screen (+0.3") |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic 3D1
Z5 | 3D1 | |||
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Selfie screen | Lacking selfie screen | |||
Touch friendly screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic 3D1 Physical Comparison
For those who are aiming to carry your camera often, you should take into account its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 has outside 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 Panasonic 3D1 has measurements of 108mm x 58mm x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") having a weight of 193 grams (0.43 lbs).
See the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic 3D1 in our brand new Camera plus Lens Size Comparison Tool.Bear in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view overall size comparison of the Z5 against the 3D1.
Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and 3D1 is 62 and 93 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic 3D1 Sensor Comparison
Normally, it is hard to see the gap in sensor sizing just by looking through a spec sheet. The visual here may offer you a far better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and 3D1.
Clearly, each of the cameras feature different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z5 using its bigger sensor will make shooting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will result in greater detail having an extra 12MP. Higher resolution will let you crop pictures way more aggressively. The more recent Z5 is going to have an advantage when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic 3D1 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic 3D1 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-3D1 |
Category | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Compact |
Announced | 2020-07-20 | 2011-11-07 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | Compact |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 12MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Highest resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4000 x 3000 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 6400 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Minimum native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW data | ||
Minimum boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
Autofocus touch | ||
Autofocus continuous | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Autofocus selectice | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Multi area autofocus | ||
Live view autofocus | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mounting type | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens focal range | - | 25-100mm (4.0x) |
Maximum aperture | - | f/3.9-5.7 |
Macro focus range | - | 5cm |
Amount of lenses | 15 | - |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2 inches | 3.5 inches |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 460k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch display | ||
Display technology | - | TFT Full Touch Screen with AR coating |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | None |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 60s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/8000s | 1/1300s |
Continuous shooting speed | 4.5 frames/s | - |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | - |
Change white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 3.50 m |
Flash modes | 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 reduction, Slow Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200s | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment metering | ||
Average metering | ||
Spot metering | ||
Partial metering | ||
AF area metering | ||
Center weighted metering | ||
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 | 1920 x 1080 (60, 30 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30 fps) |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video data format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD, Motion JPEG |
Mic jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 lb) | 193 grams (0.43 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 108 x 58 x 24mm (4.3" x 2.3" x 0.9") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around 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 images | 200 images |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse shooting | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC, Internal |
Storage slots | Dual | Single |
Retail cost | $1,399 | $670 |