Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FP5

In this write-up, we are matching up the Nikon Z5 versus Panasonic FP5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Ultracompact by manufacturers Nikon and Panasonic. There is a huge difference between the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and FP5 (14MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and FP5 (1/2.3") possess different sensor sizes.

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The Z5 was launched 9 years after the FP5 which is quite a significant 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 Panasonic FP5 being a Ultracompact camera.

Before getting through a thorough comparison, below is a concise synopsis of how the Z5 matches up against the FP5 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-FP5. The complete galleries are provided at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Panasonic FP5 Gallery.

If you're aiming to travel with your camera frequently, you'll have to consider its weight and volume. The Nikon Z5 has got external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Panasonic FP5 has sizing of 101mm x 59mm x 18mm (4.0" x 2.3" x 0.7") and a weight of 141 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will differ depending on the lens you select during that time. Underneath is the front view dimension comparison of the Z5 against the FP5.

Looking at size and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and FP5 is 62 and 95 respectively.

Often, it is very tough to imagine the gap between sensor dimensions purely by reading specifications. The picture underneath may give you a far better sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and FP5.

To sum up, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor dimensions. The Z5 featuring a larger sensor is going to make getting bokeh simpler and the Nikon Z5 will offer extra detail utilizing its extra 10 Megapixels. Greater resolution will also let you crop pics far more aggressively. The more modern Z5 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.