Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic G5

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.

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The 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.

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.

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.

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.