Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FX78

The following is a extensive comparison of the Nikon Z5 versus Panasonic FX78, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Small Sensor Compact by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and FX78 (12MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and FX78 (1/2.3") provide different sensor sizes.

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The Z5 was revealed 9 years after the FX78 which is quite a significant difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FX78 being a Compact camera.

Before we go right into a step-by-step comparison, here is a concise summary of how the Z5 scores against the FX78 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall mark.

Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FX78. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Panasonic FX78 Gallery.

For those who are intending to travel with your camera regularly, you will have to think about its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 features exterior measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Panasonic FX78 has measurements of 100mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.9" x 2.2" x 0.8") along with a weight of 142 grams (0.31 lbs).

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Always remember, the weight of an ILC will vary dependant on the lens you have at that time. Here is a front view proportions comparison of the Z5 and the FX78.

Considering dimensions and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and FX78 is 62 and 95 respectively.

More often than not, it is very difficult to picture the gap between sensor dimensions simply by looking at technical specs. The pic below might give you a better sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5 and FX78.

As you can tell, both of those cameras come with different resolutions and different sensor dimensions. The Z5 with its bigger sensor is going to make getting shallower DOF simpler and the Nikon Z5 will give you greater detail because of its extra 12MP. Higher resolution will also let you crop pictures a good deal more aggressively. The more modern Z5 should have an advantage when it comes to sensor innovation.