Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic GH5

Let's look closer at the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic GH5, one being a Advanced Mirrorless and the other is a Pro Mirrorless by competitors Nikon and Panasonic. The resolution of the Z5 (24MP) and the GH5 (20MP) is fairly well matched but the Z5 (Full frame) and GH5 (Four Thirds) enjoy totally different sensor dimensions.

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The Z5 was manufactured 3 years later than the GH5 and that is quite a sizable gap as far as tech is concerned. Both cameras offer the identical body type (SLR-style mirrorless).

Before we go through a complete comparison, below is a short overview of how the Z5 grades against the GH5 for portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Below is a sample of the gallery pictures for Nikon Z5 and Panasonic Lumix DMC-GH5. The entire galleries are provided at Nikon Z5 Gallery and Panasonic GH5 Gallery.

If you're going to carry your camera, you are going to need to factor its weight and volume. The Nikon Z5 has external measurements of 134mm x 101mm x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") having a weight of 675 grams (1.49 lbs) whilst the Panasonic GH5 has sizing of 139mm x 98mm x 87mm (5.5" x 3.9" x 3.4") having a weight of 725 grams (1.60 lbs).

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Remember that, the weight of an Interchangeable Lens Camera will vary dependant on the lens you have attached at the time. Following is the front view measurements comparison of the Z5 against the GH5.

Considering size and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and GH5 is 62 and 59 respectively.

Often, it is tough to see the contrast between sensor sizing just by checking technical specs. The photograph here will provide you a clearer sense of the sensor sizing in the Z5 and GH5.

As you can tell, the two cameras offer different megapixel count and different sensor sizing. The Z5 featuring a larger sensor will make getting shallower DOF less difficult and the Nikon Z5 will give you extra detail due to its extra 4MP. Greater resolution can also enable you to crop photos a little more aggressively. The newer Z5 will have an edge in sensor technology.