Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ1000

Following is a thorough comparison of the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic FZ1000, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Large Sensor Superzoom by companies Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the FZ1000 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the Z5 (Full frame) and FZ1000 (1") provide totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z5 was revealed 6 years after the FZ1000 which is quite a large difference as far as tech is concerned. Each of the cameras have different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ1000 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.

Before delving into a step-by-step comparison, here is a simple synopsis of how the Z5 scores versus the FZ1000 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ1000. The full galleries are provided at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Panasonic FZ1000 Gallery.

For anybody who is going to carry around your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and measurements. The Nikon Z5 enjoys external dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ1000 has proportions of 137mm x 99mm x 131mm (5.4" x 3.9" x 5.2") accompanied by a weight of 831 grams (1.83 lbs).

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Do not forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you are employing at that time. Following is a front view over all size comparison of the Z5 against the FZ1000.

Factoring in size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and FZ1000 is 62 and 55 respectively.

Usually, it is difficult to see the contrast between sensor sizes merely by looking at specifications. The picture underneath will give you a more clear sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and FZ1000.

Plainly, both of these cameras have different resolutions and different sensor sizes. The Z5 with its larger sensor will make achieving shallower depth of field easier and the Nikon Z5 will give greater detail because of its extra 4MP. Greater resolution will also enable you to crop images a bit more aggressively. The more recent Z5 is going to have an advantage with regard to sensor innovation.