Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic G5
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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic G5 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Bump to 102400)
- Sensor based 5-axis Image Stabilization
- 1/8000s Maximum Shutter
- 3840 x 2160 video
- Nikon Z Mount
- 675g - 134 x 101 x 70mm
- Launched July 2020
(Full Review)
- 16MP - Four Thirds Sensor
- 3" Fully Articulated Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 396g - 120 x 83 x 71mm
- Released July 2012
- Old Model is Panasonic G3
- Newer Model is Panasonic G6
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic G5 Overview
Below, we will be reviewing the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic G5, one is a Advanced Mirrorless and the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by rivals Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a sizeable gap between the sensor resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and G5 (16MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and G5 (Four Thirds) possess totally different sensor measurements.
Snapchat Adds Watermarks to AI-Created ImagesThe Z5 was revealed 8 years after the G5 which is quite a large gap as far as technology is concerned. The two cameras come with the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).
Before delving in to a step-by-step comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the Z5 scores versus the G5 with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic G5 Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5. The full galleries are available at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Panasonic G5 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Panasonic G5
Z5 | G5 | |||
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Released | July 2020 | July 2012 | More modern by 98 months | |
Screen dimension | 3.2" | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 920k | Crisper screen (+120k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic G5 over the Nikon Z5
G5 | Z5 | |||
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Screen type | Fully Articulated | Tilting | Fully Articulating screen | |
Selfie screen | Easy selfies |
Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic G5
Z5 | G5 | |||
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Focus manually | Dial precise focus | |||
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic G5 Physical Comparison
For anyone who is going to carry around your camera, you'll need to factor its weight and proportions. The Nikon Z5 features outer dimensions of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") with a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) and the Panasonic G5 has measurements of 120mm x 83mm x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") accompanied by a weight of 396 grams (0.87 lbs).
See the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic G5 in the all new Camera and Lens Size Comparison Tool.Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will change based on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is the front view measurements comparison of the Z5 and the G5.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability grade of the Z5 and G5 is 62 and 74 respectively.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic G5 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it is difficult to see the difference between sensor sizes merely by reading through specifications. The picture below may give you a much better sense of the sensor sizes in the Z5 and G5.
Plainly, the 2 cameras posses different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z5 using its bigger sensor will make shooting bokeh less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will give extra detail because of its extra 8MP. Higher resolution can also make it easier to crop shots somewhat more aggressively. The fresher Z5 will have a benefit when it comes to sensor technology.
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic G5 Screen and ViewFinder
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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic G5 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-G5 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-07-20 | 2012-07-17 |
Body design | SLR-style mirrorless | SLR-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Chip | Expeed 6 | Venus Engine VII FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor measurements | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24 megapixel | 16 megapixel |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Peak resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4608 x 3456 |
Highest native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Highest enhanced ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest enhanced ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
AF continuous | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
Center weighted AF | ||
Multi area AF | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection focusing | ||
Contract detection focusing | ||
Phase detection focusing | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Amount of lenses | 15 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Range of screen | Tilting | Fully Articulated |
Screen diagonal | 3.2 inch | 3 inch |
Screen resolution | 1,040k dot | 920k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch friendly | ||
Screen tech | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder | Electronic | Electronic |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690k dot | 1,440k dot |
Viewfinder coverage | 100 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | 0.7x |
Features | ||
Min shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Max shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shutter speed | 4.5 frames per second | 6.0 frames per second |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Built-in flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 10.50 m |
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, On, Off, Red-Eye, Slow Sync |
External flash | ||
AE bracketing | ||
WB bracketing | ||
Max flash sync | 1/200 seconds | 1/160 seconds |
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, 50, 30, 25fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 50, 30, 25fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25fps |
Highest video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Microphone 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 pounds) | 396 grams (0.87 pounds) |
Dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 120 x 83 x 71mm (4.7" x 3.3" x 2.8") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO Overall score | not tested | 61 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 21.4 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 11.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 618 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 photos | 320 photos |
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, 10 sec (3 images)) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Storage slots | Two | 1 |
Launch price | $1,399 | $699 |