Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic GX1
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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic GX1 Key Specs
(Full Review)
- 24MP - Full frame Sensor
- 3.2" Tilting Screen
- ISO 100 - 51200 (Push 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" Fixed Screen
- ISO 160 - 12800
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Micro Four Thirds Mount
- 318g - 116 x 68 x 39mm
- Released February 2012
- Replacement is Panasonic GX7

Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic GX1 Overview
Following is a in depth overview of the Nikon Z5 versus Panasonic GX1, former is a Advanced Mirrorless while the latter is a Entry-Level Mirrorless by brands Nikon and Panasonic. There exists a large gap between the resolutions of the Z5 (24MP) and GX1 (16MP) and the Z5 (Full frame) and GX1 (Four Thirds) posses totally different sensor sizing.

The Z5 was introduced 8 years after the GX1 which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of the cameras feature different body design with the Nikon Z5 being a SLR-style mirrorless camera and the Panasonic GX1 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera.
Before diving right into a in-depth comparison, here is a concise introduction of how the Z5 scores against the GX1 in regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic GX1 Gallery
This is a preview of the gallery photos for Nikon Z5 & Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1. The whole galleries are viewable at Nikon Z5 Gallery & Panasonic GX1 Gallery.
Reasons to pick Nikon Z5 over the Panasonic GX1
Z5 | GX1 | |||
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Released | July 2020 | ![]() | February 2012 | More modern by 103 months |
Screen type | Tilting | ![]() | Fixed | Tilting screen |
Screen size | 3.2" | ![]() | 3" | Bigger screen (+0.2") |
Screen resolution | 1040k | ![]() | 460k | Crisper screen (+580k dot) |
Reasons to pick Panasonic GX1 over the Nikon Z5
GX1 | Z5 |
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Common features in the Nikon Z5 and Panasonic GX1
Z5 | GX1 | |||
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Manually focus | ![]() | Dial precise focus | ||
Selfie screen | ![]() | Absent selfie screen | ||
Touch screen | ![]() | Quickly navigate |
Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic GX1 Physical Comparison
If you are intending to carry around your camera often, you need to consider its weight and dimensions. The Nikon Z5 offers physical 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 GX1 has dimensions of 116mm x 68mm x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") having a weight of 318 grams (0.70 lbs).
Check the Nikon Z5 versus Panasonic GX1 in our brand new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.
Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will differ dependant on the lens you choose during that time. Underneath is a front view sizing comparison of the Z5 versus the GX1.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the Z5 and GX1 is 62 and 87 respectively.

Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic GX1 Sensor Comparison
Sometimes, it's hard to see the difference between sensor sizes purely by reading through specifications. The image underneath will help give you a much better sense of the sensor measurements in the Z5 and GX1.
To sum up, both of these cameras come with different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The Z5 with its bigger sensor will make achieving bokeh easier and the Nikon Z5 will resolve more detail using its extra 8 Megapixels. Higher resolution will enable you to crop photographs a good deal more aggressively. The fresher Z5 will have a benefit with regard to sensor tech.

Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic GX1 Screen and ViewFinder


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Nikon Z5 vs Panasonic GX1 Specifications
Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 | |
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General Information | ||
Company | Nikon | Panasonic |
Model | Nikon Z5 | Panasonic Lumix DMC-GX1 |
Class | Advanced Mirrorless | Entry-Level Mirrorless |
Launched | 2020-07-20 | 2012-02-14 |
Physical type | SLR-style mirrorless | Rangefinder-style mirrorless |
Sensor Information | ||
Powered by | Expeed 6 | Venus Engine FHD |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | Full frame | Four Thirds |
Sensor dimensions | 35.9 x 23.9mm | 17.3 x 13mm |
Sensor area | 858.0mm² | 224.9mm² |
Sensor resolution | 24MP | 16MP |
Anti aliasing filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 3:2 and 16:9 | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 |
Full resolution | 6016 x 4016 | 4592 x 3448 |
Max native ISO | 51200 | 12800 |
Max boosted ISO | 102400 | - |
Lowest native ISO | 100 | 160 |
RAW photos | ||
Lowest boosted ISO | 50 | - |
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focus | ||
AF touch | ||
Continuous AF | ||
AF single | ||
AF tracking | ||
Selective AF | ||
AF center weighted | ||
AF multi area | ||
AF live view | ||
Face detection AF | ||
Contract detection AF | ||
Phase detection AF | ||
Number of focus points | 273 | 23 |
Lens | ||
Lens mount | Nikon Z | Micro Four Thirds |
Number of lenses | 15 | 107 |
Focal length multiplier | 1 | 2.1 |
Screen | ||
Type of screen | Tilting | Fixed Type |
Screen size | 3.2 inches | 3 inches |
Resolution of screen | 1,040 thousand dots | 460 thousand dots |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch functionality | ||
Screen technology | - | TFT Color LCD with wide-viewing angle |
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Electronic | Electronic (optional) |
Viewfinder resolution | 3,690 thousand dots | - |
Viewfinder coverage | 100% | - |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.8x | - |
Features | ||
Slowest shutter speed | 30 seconds | 60 seconds |
Maximum shutter speed | 1/8000 seconds | 1/4000 seconds |
Continuous shooting rate | 4.5fps | 4.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual mode | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Custom WB | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Integrated flash | ||
Flash range | no built-in flash | 7.60 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 |
Hot shoe | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Maximum flash synchronize | 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 fps) 1280 x 720 (60, 30 fps), 640 x 480 (30fps), 320 x 240 (30fps) |
Max video resolution | 3840x2160 | 1920x1080 |
Video file format | MPEG-4, H.264 | MPEG-4, AVCHD |
Mic support | ||
Headphone support | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Built-In | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | Yes | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | None | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental sealing | ||
Water proof | ||
Dust proof | ||
Shock proof | ||
Crush proof | ||
Freeze proof | ||
Weight | 675 grams (1.49 lb) | 318 grams (0.70 lb) |
Physical dimensions | 134 x 101 x 70mm (5.3" x 4.0" x 2.8") | 116 x 68 x 39mm (4.6" x 2.7" x 1.5") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around score | not tested | 55 |
DXO Color Depth score | not tested | 20.8 |
DXO Dynamic range score | not tested | 10.6 |
DXO Low light score | not tested | 703 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 470 shots | 300 shots |
Battery style | Battery Pack | Battery Pack |
Battery model | EN-EL15c | - |
Self timer | Yes (2, 5, 10 or 20 secs) | Yes (2 or 10 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage type | Dual SD/SDHC/SDXC slots (UHS-II compatible) | SD/SDHC/SDXC |
Card slots | Two | Single |
Price at launch | $1,399 | $228 |