Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ80
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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ80 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Display
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Increase 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
- Released July 2020
(Full Review)
- 18MP - 1/2.3" Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 80 - 3200 (Increase to 6400)
- Optical Image Stabilization
- 3840 x 2160 video
- 20-1200mm (F2.8-5.9) lens
- 616g - 130 x 94 x 119mm
- Released January 2017
- Alternate Name is Lumix DMC-FZ82
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ80 Overview
Here is a extensive analysis of the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic FZ80, former being a Advanced Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Superzoom by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There is a sizable difference among the image resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and FZ80 (18MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and FZ80 (1/2.3") use different sensor size.
Meta to Introduce 'AI-Generated' Labels for Media starting next monthThe Z5 was manufactured 3 years later than the FZ80 and that is a fairly significant difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Both of the cameras offer different body type with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic FZ80 being a SLR-like (bridge) camera.
Before we go in to a thorough comparison, below is a short highlight of how the Z5 grades against the FZ80 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ80 Gallery
Below is a sample of the gallery pics for Nikon Z5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Panasonic FZ80 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Panasonic FZ80
Z5 | FZ80 | |||
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Released | July 2020 | January 2017 | Fresher by 44 months | |
Display type | Tilting | Fixed | Tilting display | |
Display sizing | 3.2" | 3" | Larger display (+0.2") |
Reasons to pick Panasonic FZ80 over the Nikon Z5
FZ80 | Z5 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic FZ80
Z5 | FZ80 | |||
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Focus manually | Very accurate focusing | |||
Display resolution | 1040k | 1040k | Same display resolution | |
Selfie screen | No selfie screen | |||
Touch display | Easily navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ80 Physical Comparison
For those who are intending to carry your camera frequently, you will have to consider its weight and size. The Nikon Z5 has got outside dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") and a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) while the Panasonic FZ80 has specifications of 130mm x 94mm x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") accompanied by a weight of 616 grams (1.36 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic FZ80 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Take into account, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you have at that time. Underneath is the front view overall size comparison of the Z5 versus the FZ80.
Taking into account size and weight, the portability score of the Z5 and FZ80 is 62 and 63 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ80 Sensor Comparison
Oftentimes, it's tough to imagine the contrast in sensor sizing only by going through specifications. The visual underneath will give you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the Z5 and FZ80.
Plainly, the two cameras enjoy different megapixels and different sensor sizing. The Z5 due to its larger sensor is going to make getting shallow DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will produce more detail due to its extra 6 Megapixels. Greater resolution will help you crop photos far more aggressively. The more recent Z5 should have an edge in sensor tech.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ80 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic FZ80 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 | |
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General Information | ||
Make | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model type | Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-FZ80 |
Also called as | - | Lumix DMC-FZ82 |
Type | Advanced Mirrorless | Small Sensor Superzoom |
Released | 2020-07-20 | 2017-01-04 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-like (bridge) |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor | Expeed 6 | Venus Engine |
Sensor type | CMOS | BSI-CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | 1/2.3" |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 6.17 x 4.55mm |
Sensor surface area | 858.0mm² | 28.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 18MP |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 4:3 |
Highest resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4896 x 3672 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 3200 |
Highest boosted ISO | 102400 | 6400 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 80 |
RAW support | ||
Min boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Focus manually | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
Single AF | ||
Tracking AF | ||
AF selectice | ||
AF center weighted | ||
Multi area AF | ||
Live view AF | ||
Face detect focusing | ||
Contract detect focusing | ||
Phase detect focusing | ||
Total focus points | 273 | 49 |
Lens | ||
Lens support | Nikon Z | fixed lens |
Lens zoom range | - | 20-1200mm (60.0x) |
Maximal aperture | - | f/2.8-5.9 |
Macro focusing distance | - | 1cm |
Available lenses | 15 | - |
Crop factor | 1 | 5.8 |
Screen | ||
Display type | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Display size | 3.2" | 3" |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dots | 1,040k dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch operation | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dots | 1,166k dots |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.46x |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 secs | 4 secs |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 secs | 1/2000 secs |
Maximum quiet shutter speed | - | 1/16000 secs |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.5fps | 10.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Expose Manually | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Change WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash distance | no built-in flash | 14.10 m (at Auto ISO) |
Flash options | Front-curtain sync, slow sync, rear-curtain sync, red-eye reduction, red-eye reduction with slow sync, slow rear-curtain sync, off | Auto, Auto/Red-eye Reduction, Forced Off, Forced On, Forced On/Red-eye Reduction, Slow Sync, Slow Sync/Red-eye Reduction, 1st Curtain Sync, 2nd Curtain Sync |
Hot shoe | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 1/200 secs | - |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment | ||
Average | ||
Spot | ||
Partial | ||
AF area | ||
Center weighted | ||
Video features | ||
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 | 3840 x 2160 @ 30p / 100 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC1920 x 1080 @ 60p / 28 Mbps, MP4, H.264, AAC |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 3840x2160 |
Video format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone port | ||
Headphone port | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | Built-In |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environment sealing | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 675 gr (1.49 lbs) | 616 gr (1.36 lbs) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 130 x 94 x 119mm (5.1" x 3.7" x 4.7") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Color Depth rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Dynamic range rating | not tested | not tested |
DXO Low light rating | not tested | not tested |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 images | 330 images |
Battery type | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery ID | EN-EL15c | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 secs, 3 images x 10 secs) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Type of storage | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC card |
Card slots | Two | One |
Pricing at launch | $1,399 | $399 |